ECU CADILLAC ELDORADO 1997 10.G Owner's Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1 MINUTE and then START CAR. When the START
CAR message is displayed, try again to start the engine.
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. A multiple
chime
will also sound when this message is displayed.
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. A multiple chime will also sound when this
message is displayed.
THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEWCAR MAY NOT
RESTART - 34: Tbs 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 - Ill: 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
STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED - 42: This
cutoff. This allows your vehicle to stay in a stable
operating range.
TRACTION ENGAGED - 91: When your traction
control system
is limiting wheel spin, the TRACTION
ENGAGED message will be displayed. Slippery road
conditions may exist if
this message is displayed, so
adjust your dnving accordingly. This message will stay
on for a few seconds after the traction control system
stops limiting wheel spin.
TRACTHQN OFF - 89: Ths message wilI be displayed
after the traction control has
been turned off.
TRACTION READY - 91: This message informs the
driver that
the traction control system is available. This
occurs when the traction
ordoff button in the glove box
has been returned to an on position (pressing the button
once turns
the traction control system off pressing the
button again turns
the system back on). This message
also self cancels after five seconds.
TRACTION SUSPENDED - 56: This message
displays when
the traction control system has been
temporarily shut
off because your vehicle’s brakes have
overheated. This message
does not indicate a problem
with your vehicle’s traction control system. After a few
minutes, the traction control system
will be available
again and the
TRACTION READY message
will appear.

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Here are some tips for winter driving:
@ Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.
0 You may want to put winter emergency supplies in
your trunk.
. ...
Include an ice scraper; a small brush or broom, a supply
of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer
clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a
couple
of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will
be driving under severe conditions,
include a small bag
of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags
to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure
these items
in your vehicle.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Things’ you put. inside your- vehicle can strike and:
injure people in a sudden stop .or turn, or in
a crash,
Put things in the,trunk of your vehicle. In a ,
trunk, put.them as far forward. as you can.
Try to spread the weight evenly.
inside the
vehicle so that some of them are
above the tops
.of the seats.
Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint in
your vehicle.
0 When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure
it whenever you can.
0 Never stack heavier things, like suitcases,
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This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the
load changes. It’s automatic -- you don’t need to
adjust anything.
Towing, a
If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive
properly, you can lose control when
you pull a
trailer. For example,, if the trailer is too heavy, the
brakes may not work well
=- or even at all. You
and your passengers could be seriously injured.
Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the
steps in
this section. Ask your Cadillac dealer for
advice and information about towing a trailer
with your vehicle.
I NOTICE.:
Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your
vehicle and result
in costly repairs not covered by
your warranty.
To pull a trailer correctly, follow
the advice in this part,
and see your Cadillac
dealer
for important information about towing a
trailer with your vehicle.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine You should always attach chains between your vehicle
and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue
of the trailer
so that the tongue will not drop to the road
if it becomes separated from the
hitch. Instructions
about safety chains may be provided by the hitch
manufacturer or by
the trailer manufacturer. Follow the
manufacturer’s recommendation
for attaching safety
chains and do
not attach them to the bumper. Always
leave just enough slack
so you can turn with your rig.
And, never allow safety chains to drag
on the ground.
Because you have anti-lock brakes, don’t
try to tap into
your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system.
If you do, both
brake systems won’t work well, or at all.
Be
sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer
brakes
so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain
them properly.
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount
of experience.
Before setting out for
the open road, you’ll want to get
to know your
rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of
handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always
keep
in mind that the vehicle you are
driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive
as your vehicle is by itself.
Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform
(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector,
lamps, tires and mirror adjustment.
If the trailer has
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving
and
then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure
the brakes are working. This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that
the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes
are still working.
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you
would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This
can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking
and sudden turns.
You’ll need more passing distance
up ahead when
you’re towing
a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal
longer, you’ll need to
go much farther beyond the
passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Rear Towing
To help avoid injury to you or others:
Never
let passengers ride in a vehicle that is
being towed.
Never
tow faster than safe or posted speeds.
Never tow with damaged parts not
fully secured.
Never get under your vehicle after it has
been lifted
by the tow truck.
Always secure the vehicle
on each side with
separate safety chains when towing it.
Never use J-hooks. Use only T-hooks in the
front
T-hook slots and only R-hooks in the
rear R-hook slots.

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A vehicle ran fall from a car-carrier if it isn’t
adequately secured. This can cause a ccollisiora,
serious
personal injury and vehicle damage. The
vehicle should
be tightly secured with chains or
steel cabIes before it is transported.
Donst
use substitutes (ropes, leather straps,
canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp
edges underneath the towed vehicle. Always use
2’-hooks inserted in the front T-h~ok slots or
Ha-hooks inserted in the rear R-hook slots. Never
use J-lho~ks~
They will damage drivetrain and
suspension components.
When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition
key turned
to the OFF position. The steering wheel
should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with
a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not
use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The
transaxle should be
in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking
brake released.
Don’t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels
unless you must. If the vehicle must be towed on the
drive wheels,
be sure to follow the speed and distance
restrictions later
in this section or your transaxle will be
damaged. If these limitations must be exceeded, then the
drive wheels
have to be supported on a dolly.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Attach T-hook chains on both sides, in the slotted holes
in the bottom of the frame rails, behind the front wheels.
These slots are
to be used when loading and securing to
car-carrier equipment. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end
of each bwer control arm.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Attach R-hook chains to the R-hook slots in the frame
rails just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides. These
slots are to be used when loading and securing to
car-carrier equipment. Attach a separate safety chain around the end of each
axle inboard of the spring.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Don't try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare
tire. It won't
fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk
until
you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.
Wheel covers won't fit on your compact spare. If
you try to put a wheel cover on your cornpact
spare, you could damage the cover or the Storing
a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment
of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
After you've
put the compact spare tire on your vehicle,
you'll need to store the flat tire
in your trunk. Use the
following procedure
to secure the flat tire in the trunk.
Put the flat tire in the trunk so the side that faces out
when
it is on the vehicle is facing down. The full-size
tire will
not fit down into the well. Place it so the front is
in the well and the rear is out of the well.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Secure the tire with the retainer that was used to hold the
compact spare in place. Store the cover as far forward
as possible.
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment
of the vehicle could
cause injury.
In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store
all these
in the proper place.