ignition CADILLAC ELDORADO 1999 10.G Owners Manual

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1-3 Power Lumbar Control (If Equipped)
The lumbar control is
located on the outboard
side of each front seat. It
provides additional support
to your lower back and it
works independently of the
other seat controls.
Use the power seat control first to get the proper
position. Then proceed with the lumbar adjustment.
To reshape the lower seatback, press the lumbar control
forward to increase support and rearward to decrease
support. Press the control up or down to raise or lower
the support mechanism.
Keep in mind that as your seating position changes, as it
may during long trips, so should the position of your
lumbar support. Adjust the seat as needed.
If you have the optional personalization package, the
power lumbar control can be programmed for memory
recall. For more information, see ªMemory and
Personalization Featuresº in the Index.
Massaging Lumbar (If Equipped)
Push the power lumbar control up for half a second to
activate the massage feature. The massage cycle will run
for 10 minutes. The cycle can be interrupted by pushing
the lumbar control down and holding for not more than
half a second. The cycle will continue to run even if the
ignition is turned to OFF. The lumbar support can be
adjusted during the massage cycle by moving the
switch forward to increase support and rearward to
decrease support.
Memory Seat and Mirrors (If Equipped)
Automatic seat and mirror movement will occur if the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is used to
enter the vehicle. The number on the back of the
transmitter corresponds to the 1 or 2 seat and mirror
position. After the unlock button is pressed on the RKE
transmitter (the ignition must be in LOCK) or when the
key is placed in the ignition, the seat and mirrors will
automatically adjust to the appropriate position.
Automatic seat and mirror movement is programmed
through the Driver Information Center (DIC) so that the
driver can select whether or not movement will occur
using the RKE transmitter or by placing the ignition key
in the ignition. For programming information, see
ªMemory and Personalization Featuresº in the Index.

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1-4 Heated Front Seat (Option)
The control is located in the
center console. Move the
switch to LO or HI to turn
on the heating elements in
the seat. The LO setting
warms the seatback and
cushion until the seat
approximates body
temperature. The HI setting
heats the seat to a slightly
higher temperature.
A telltale light in the control reminds you that the
heating system is in use. The heated seats can only be
used when the ignition is turned on.
Reclining Front Seatbacks
The reclining front seatback
control is located on the
outboard side of each front
seat. Press the control
forward or rearward to
adjust the seatback.

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CAUTION:
For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is
turned off and the battery is disconnected, an air
bag can still inflate during improper service. You
can be injured if you are close to an air bag when
it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are
probably part of the air bag system. Be sure to
follow proper service procedures, and make sure
the person performing work for you is qualified
to do so.
The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.
Rear Seat Passengers
It's very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up!
Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear
seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are
wearing safety belts.
Rear passengers who aren't safety belted can be thrown
out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others
in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.

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Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
2
-2 Keys
2
-4 Door Locks
2
-6 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
2
-9 Trunk
2
-13 Theft
2
-14 Theft-Deterrent System (If Equipped)
2
-16 PASS-Key
II
2
-17 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
2
-17 Ignition Positions
2
-19 Starting Your Engine
2
-20 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
2
-21 Automatic Transaxle Operation
2
-25 Parking Brake
2
-27 Shifting Into PARK (P)
2
-29 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
2
-30 Parking Over Things That Burn
2
-30 Engine Exhaust2
-31 Running Your Engine While You're Parked
2
-32 Windows
2
-33 Tilt Wheel
2
-33 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
2
-40 Exterior Lamps
2
-43 Interior Lamps
2
-45 Mirrors
2
-49 Storage Compartments
2
-51 Sun Visors
2
-51 Cellular Telephone (Option)
2
-52 Sunroof (Option)
2
-53 Universal Transmitter (Option)
2
-56 The Instrument Panel -- Your
Information System
2
-61 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
2
-70 Driver Information Center (DIC)

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Keys
CAUTION:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition
key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or
others could be badly injured or even killed.
They could operate power windows or other
controls or even make the vehicle move. If they
turned the ignition to RUN and moved the shift
lever out of PARK (P), that would release the
parking brake. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle
with children.

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Ignition Key Door/Locks Key
The square key is for the ignition only. It has a
resistor pellet which is part of the vehicle's
PASS
-Key
II system.
The oval key is for the doors and all other locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the
plug from the door key. The plug has a code on it that
tells the dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make
extra keys. The ignition key has a bar code tag attached
to it rather than a knock out plug. Your dealer or
qualified locksmith can make extra ignition keys by
reading the bar code tag.
There are 15 alternative ignition PASS
-Key
II blanks
to help discourage theft. Keep the bar code tag and the
door key plugs in a safe place. If you lose your keys,
you will be able to have new ones made using the plug
or bar code tag.
NOTICE:
Your vehicle has a number of new features
that can help prevent theft. You can have a
lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you
ever lock your keys inside and you may have to
damage your vehicle to get in. Be sure you have
extra keys.

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2-5 Power Door Locks
Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock both
doors at once.
Automatic Door Locks
Close your doors and turn on the ignition. Every time
you move the shift lever out of PARK (P), both doors
will lock. The doors will unlock every time you stop the
vehicle and move the shift lever back into PARK (P). If
someone needs to get out while your vehicle is not in
PARK (P), have that person use the manual or powerdoor lock. When the door is closed again, it will not
lock automatically. Use the manual or power door lock
to lock the door again. If you need to lock the doors
before shifting out of PARK (P), use the manual or
power door lock.
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
(If Equipped)
With the ignition in RUN, the door locks can be
programmed through prompts displayed by the Driver
Information Center (DIC). These prompts allow the
driver to choose various lock settings. For programming
information, see ªMemory and Personalization
Featuresº in the Index.
Anti-Lockout Feature
Leaving your key in any ignition position with either
door open will disable the use of the power door lock
switches as well as the lock button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter. If you close the doors, you can lock
them using the remote keyless entry transmitter. It is
always recommended that you remove your ignition
key when locking your vehicle.
Note: The anti
-lockout feature can be overridden by
holding the driver's power door lock switch for three
seconds or longer.

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Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your vehicle 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.
When you park your vehicle 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?

If possible, park in a busy, well lit area.

Put your valuables in a storage area, like your
trunk or glove box. Be sure to close and lock the
storage area.

Close all windows.

Lock the glove box.

Lock all the doors except the driver's.

Then take the door key and remote keyless entry
transmitter with you.

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Theft-Deterrent System (If Equipped)
If the 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 and reconnected. To activate the
theft
-deterrent system:
1. Open the door.
2. Lock the door using the power door lock or the
remote keyless entry transmitter. The SECURITY
light should come on and stay on.
3. Close both doors. The SECURITY light should go
off within about 30 seconds.
The horn will sound and the lamps will flash for about
30 seconds when a door or the trunk is opened without
the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. The horn
also sounds if the locks are damaged.Remember, the theft
-deterrent system won't activate if
you lock a door with a key or use the manual door lock.
It activates only if you use a power door lock switch or
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
To avoid activating the alarm by accident:

Always unlock a door with a key or use the remote
keyless entry transmitter. (Pressing the unlock button
on the remote keyless entry transmitter disables the
theft
-deterrent system.) Unlocking a door any other
way will activate the alarm. Cycling the ignition
without disarming the theft
-deterrent system will
also activate the alarm.

The vehicle should be locked with the door key after
the doors are closed if you don't want to activate the
theft
-deterrent system.
If you activate the alarm by accident, unlock either door
with your key. You can also turn off the alarm by using
the unlock button of the remote keyless entry
transmitter. The alarm won't stop if you try to unlock a
door any other way.

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PASS-Key
II
Your vehicle is equipped
with the PASS
-Key II
theft
-deterrent system.
PASS
-Key II is a passive
system. The system is
armed when the key is
removed from the ignition.
PASS
-Key II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key
that is read by the system in your vehicle. If the key
resistor matches the code stored in the vehicle system,
the vehicle's fuel and starting systems will be enabled. If
an incorrect key is used, the vehicle's fuel and starting
systems are disabled for three minutes. Additional
attempts during this lockout period will not start the car,
even with the correct key.If the engine does not start and the STARTING
DISABLED REMOVE KEY message is displayed in
the Driver Information Center, your key should be
checked for damage. Starting may be attempted with an
undamaged key immediately. See your dealer or a
locksmith for key service.
If the STARTING DISABLED REMOVE KEY and
WAIT 3 MINUTES messages are displayed, the key
should be cleaned. After three minutes, try again. A
START CAR message will appear at this time. If the
engine still does not start, wait three minutes and try a
duplicate key. At this time, fuses should be checked (see
ªFuses and Circuit Breakersº in the Index). If the engine
does not start with the duplicate key, your vehicle needs
service. See your dealer for service.
If the THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM, CAR MAY
NOT START message is displayed during vehicle
operation, a fault has been detected in the system. This
means the PASS
-Key II system is disabled and is not
protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts. See
your dealer for service.
If an ignition key is lost or damaged, see your dealer or
a locksmith to have a new key made.