air condition CADILLAC SEVILLE 1998 4.G Owners Manual

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SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
United States Canada
Your
vehicle is equipped with a computer which
monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission
control systems.
This system is called OBD 11 (On-Board
Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to
assure that emissions
are at acceptable levels for the
life
of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner
environment. The
SERVICE ENGINE SOON light
comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is
required. Malfunctions often will
be indicated by the
system before any problem is apparent.
This may prevent
more serious damage to your vehicle.
This system is also
designed to assist your service technician in correctly
diagnosing any malfunction.
I NOTICE:
If you keep driving your vehicle with this light
on, after a while, your emission controls may not
work as well, your fuel economy may not be as
good and your engine may not run as smoothly.
This could lead to costly repairs that may not be
covered by your warranty.
This light should come on, as a check to show you it is
working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not
running.
If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired.
This light will also come on during a malfunction in one
of two ways:
Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been
detected.
A misfire increases vehicle emissions and
may damage the emission control system on your
vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis
and service may be required.
Light On Steady -- An emission control system
malfunction has been detected on your vehicle.
Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and
service may be required.

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The following may prevent more serious damage to
your vehicle:
0 Reducing vehicle speed.
0 Avoiding hard accelerations.
0 Avoiding steep uphill grades.
If the Light Is On Steady
You may be able to correct the emission system
malfunction by considering the following:
Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle?
If
so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install
the cap. The diagnostic system can determine
if the fuel
cap has been left
off or improperly installed. A loose or
missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly
installed should turn the light off.
Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of
cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.
If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If
the Light
Is On Steady” following.
If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to
do so,
stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle.
Turn the key
off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the
engine.
If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light
Is On Steady” following. If the light is still flashing,
follow
the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your
dealer or qualified service center for service. If
so, your electrical system may be wet.
The condition
will usually be corrected when the electrical system
dries out.
A few driving trips should turn the light off.
Are you low on fuel?
As your engine starts to run out
of fuel, your engine may
not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of
air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The
system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this
condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly. It
will take a few driving trips to turn the light off.
Have you recently changed brands of fuel?

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These features allow both drivers to personalize their
own climate control settings
as well as their radio
settings. For more information, see “Climate Control
Personalization” and “Radio Personalization” in
the Index.
The outside temperature is always available for display
when your vehicle is running unless an overriding
Driver Information Center message appears. You can
change the temperature from Fahrenheit to Celsius by
pressing the ENGMET (EnglisWmetric) button on the
instrument panel. For more information on the Driver
Information Center, see “Driver Information Center
Messages” in the Index.
The electronic sensor can be affected by road or engine
heat during idling, slow driving or when the engine
is
first stared after a short trip. In order to ensure proper
automatic climate control operation, the outside air
temperature display may not update as quickly as
expected.
This is to allow the air surrounding the outside
temperature sensor to be as close to the actual outside
conditions as possible. This is determined by how much
time has elapsed since the vehicle has been turned off and by vehicle speed.
Control Buttons
RESET TRIP AB: By
using this button, you can
tell how far.you’ve gone
since you last set the trip
reset back to zero. To reset,
press and hold the button
until zeros appear.
If your vehicle is domestic, the trip odometer will return
to zero after 999.9 miles
(1 609 km). If your vehicle is
Canadian, the trip odometer will
return to zero after
1 999.9 km (1,242 miles). The TRIP RESET button only
resets the trip odometer
(A or B) that is being displayed.
Each trip odometer has
to be reset individually.
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when the fuel supply is less than
5 gallons (1 8.9 L) and
the display is turned off.
A single chime will also sound
when this message is displayed.
CHECK GAS CAP - 61: This message will appear if
the gas cap has not been fully tightened. You should
recheck your gas cap to ensure that it’s fully tightened.
CHECK OIL LEVEL - 36: For correct operation of
the low oil sensing system, your vehicle should be on a
level surface.
A false CHECK OIL LEVEL message
may appear if the vehicle is parked on grades. The oil
level sensing system 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 CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears, and your
vehicle has been parked
on level ground with the engine
off for at least 30 minutes, the oil level should be
checked by observing the oil dipstick. Prior to checking
the oil level, be sure the engine has been off for
a few
minutes and your vehicle is on a level surface. Then
check the dipstick and add oil if necessary. See “Engine
Oil” in the Index.
CHECK WASHER FLUID - 25: This message will
appear to indicate that you need washer solvent.
DRIVER DOOR A JAR - 140: This message will
display anytime the key is in
ON and your driver’s door
is open or ajar.
A chime will also sound when the
vehicle’s speed is greater than
3 mph (4.8 km/h).
DRIVER NO. X (1 OR 2) : This message will appear
when the remote keyless entry is used. The message will
show which driver is activating the personalization
feature. It will only stay on for five seconds.
This message will appear when the engine coolant temperature is over
262 OF ( 128 O C). Stop and allow your
vehicle to idle in
PARK (P) until it cools down and the
message is removed.
Do not increase engine speed
above a normal idle.
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.
ENGINE HOT-A/C OFF - 16: This message displays
when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal
operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot
engine, the air conditioning compressor is automatically
turned off. When the coolant temperature returns to
normal, the
A/C operation will automatically resume.
You can continue to drive your vehicle.
If this message
continues to appear, have the system repaired as soon as
possible to avoid compressor damage.
ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE - 44:
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PEDAL
- 114: An engine misfire has occurred. You’ll
need to ease
off the gas pedal.
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 disp1ay.d.
ENGINE POWER REDUCED - 41: This message
informs you that the vehicle is reducing engine power
because the transaxle is being placed in gear under
conditions that may cause damage to the vehicle’s
engine, transaxle or ability to accelerate.
FUEL LEVEL LOW - 11: This message serves as a
warning that the fuel level in the tank is critically low.
Stop for fuel soon.
A single chime will also sound when
this message is displayed.
HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED - 23: If it’s dark enough
outside and the headlamps and twilight sentinel control are
off, a HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will display
on the
DIC. This message informs the driver that turning on
the exterior lamps is recommended even though the
DRL are
still illuminated. It has become dark enough outside to
require the headlamps and/or other exterior lamps.
This
message will also appear if the optional rainsense wiping
feature is on and the twilight sentinel is
off.
ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE - 42: This
ICE POSSIBLE - 13: This message appears when
the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy
road conditions.
LEFT REAR DOOR A JAR - 142: The left rear door
is open or ajar when this message appears. The ignition
must be
in the ON position for this message to display.
A chime will also sound when the vehicle’s speed is
greater than
3 mph (4.8 kmh).
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE - 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.
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR - 141: The passenger’s
door
or rear doors are open or ajar when this message
appears. The ignition must be in the
ON position for this
message to display.
A chime will also sound when the
vehicle’s speed
is greater than 3 mph (4.8 km/h).

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door is open or ajar when this message appears. The key
must be in the
ON position for this message to display.
A chime will also sound when the vehicle’s speed is
greater than
3 mph (4.8 km/h).
SERVICE “AC” SYSTEM - 14: This message appears
when the electronic sensors that control the air
conditioning and heating systems are no longer working.
Have the climate control system serviced if you notice a
drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE AIR BAG - 83: There is a problem with the
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (air bag) system when
this message appears. Let only a qualified technician
work on your vehicle. See your dealership for service
at once.
SERVICE CHARGING SYS - 102: This message will
display when a problem with the charging system has been
detected. Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership.
SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYS - 106: This message
will display
if an electrical problem has occurred within
the PCM or the ignition switch. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership.
SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM - 101: The PCM has
detected a problem within the fuel system when this
message appears. See your dealership for service.
SERVICE IDLE CONTROL - 107: A problem with
the idle control has occurred when
this message displays.
Take your vehicle to your dealership for service.
SERVICE STABILITY SYS - 54 : If you ever see the
SERVICE STABILITY
SYS message, it means there
may be a problem with your stability enhancement
system. If you see this message, try to reset the system
(stop;
turn off the engine; then start the engine again). If
the SERVICE STABILITY
SYS message still comes on,
it means there is a problem. You should see your dealer
for service. Reduce your speed and drive accordingly.
A single chime will also sound when this message
is displayed.
SERVICE STEERING SYS - 127: This message is
displayed when a problem has been detected in the
Magnasteer
TM variable effort steering system. Service
is required.
SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS - 84: This message is
displayed to indicate that the suspension system is not
operating properly.
To correct this problem, have your
vehicle serviced
at your dealership.
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means there is a problem in the Personalized
Automotive Security System (PASS-Key
111). A fault
has been detected in the system which means that the
PASS-Key I11 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.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION - 100: See your dealer
for repair.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON - 3: This message is
displayed when a non-emissions related powertrain
malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle serviced by
a
technician as soon as possible.
SPEED LIMITED TO 90 - 113: A failure in the
suspension control system has occurred when this
message appears. The PCM determines the speed to
which your vehicle is limited. Have your vehicle serviced if this message appears.
STABILITY SYS ENGAGED - 55 : You may see the
STABILITY
SYS ENGAGED message on the Driver
Information Center. It means that an advanced,
computer-controlled system has come on to help your
vehicle continue
to go in the direction in which you’re
steering. This stability enhancement system activates
when the computer senses that your vehicle is just
starting to spin, as it might
if you hit a patch of ice or
other slippery spot on the road. When the system is on,
you may hear a noise or feel
a vibration in the brake
pedal. This is normal.
When the STABILITY SYS ENGAGED message is on,
you should continue to steer in the direction you want to
go. The system is designed to help you in bad weather or
other difficult driving situations by making the most of
whatever road conditions will permit. If the STABILITY
SYS ENGAGED message comes on, you’ll know that
something has caused your vehicle to start to spin,
so
you should consider slowing down.
STARTING DISABLED REMOVE KEY - 33: This
message will appear when the Personalized Automotive Security System (PASS-Key
111) 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, remove
the key and
try to start the vehicle again. If it still does
not start,
try another ignition key.
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered w\
ith your vehicle. Be
sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
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Comfort Controls
Climate Control Panel
Air Conditioning
Heating
Defrosting and Defogging
Rear Window Defogger
Ventilation System
HVAC Steering Wheel Controls
Climate Control Personalization (If Equipped)
Audio Systems
Setting the Clock
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
Compact Disc Player
(If Equipped)
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
MiniDisc' Player (If Equipped) AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
Compact Disc Player with Radio Data
Systems (RDS) and Digital Signal Processing
(DSP) (If Equipped)
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
MiniDisc' Player with Radio Data Systems
(RDS) and Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
(If Equipped)
Radio Data Systems
(RDS) Program Type
(PTY) Selections
Console-Mounted
CD Changer (Option)
CD Adapter Kits
Radio Personalization (If Equipped)
Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Understanding Radio Reception
Tips About Your Audio System
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of
Your Compact Discs
Care of Your Compact Disc Player
Diversity Antenna System
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This section tells you how to make your air system work
for
you. Your electronic climate control system uses
ozone-friendly
R- 134a refrigerant.
Climate Control Panel
Personalization feature, you will be able to program
your preferred climate control settings by using your
remote keyless entry transmitter. See “Climate Control
Personalization” later in this section.
AUTO: The AUTO button will turn on the system
and automatically adjust the fan blower speed, air
delivery mode and temperature to your previously
1 programmed settings.
TEMP: This knob adjusts the air temperature coming
through the system. Turn the TEMP knob to the right
to increase the temperature and to the left to decrease
the temperature.
You may also press the TEMP knob to
turn the system on and
off. (You can turn the comfort
control system on
by pressing any button on the panel.
The passenger’s TEMP knob only turns
off the system
of the passenger’s side.) Once the system
is turned off,
fresh air will continue to flow through the vehicle,
Your vehicle is equipped with
a dual-zone electronic
climate control system. This system can automatically
adjust and control temperature, fan speed, air delivery and the system will
try to maintain the previously
set temperature.
Driver’s Side Temperature Knob
mode, air conditioning Operation and air intake. YOU Can you can control the temperature of the driver’s side
use the
AUTO (automatic) setting or override the
independently from the passenger’s side. Turn the
automatic operation by manually altering the controls.
driver’s side TEMP
knob to the right to increase the
If your vehicle is equipped with the Climate Control
temperature and to the left to decrease the temperature.
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The right front passenger can control the temperature of
air for that area. (The passenger and driver knobs adjust
60 " F ( 16" C) to 90" F (32 " C) independent of each
other. It is suggested, however, that the passenger's
setting stay no more than four degrees warmer or cooler
in temperature from the driver's setting.) To turn the
system on, press the passenger's side TEMP button.
Turn the passenger's side TEMP knob to the right to
increase the temperature and to the left to decrease the
temperature. Press the passenger's side TEMP knob
again to turn off the passenger's side system. If the
passenger's side is turned
off, the driver's side will
control the temperature of the entire vehicle.
Automatic Operation
When the system is set for automatic operation, sensors
will control the air delivery mode. Air will come from
the floor, the instrument panel or windshield outlets. The
fan speed will vary as the system maintains the selected
temperature setting.
Be careful not to put anything over the electronic solar sensors located near the ends
of the instrument panel
near the windshield. These sensors are used by the
automatic system to regulate temperature. To
find your comfort zone, start with the
75°F (24°C)
setting and allow about 30 minutes for the system to
regulate. Turn the TEMP knob to adjust the temperature
if necessary. If
you choose 60°F (16"C), the system
will remain at that maximum cooling setting and will
not regulate fan speed. If you choose
90°F (32"C), the
system will remain at that maximum heating setting
and will not regulate fan speed. Choosing either
maximum setting will not cause the system to heat
or cool any faster.
With the automatic setting, the air conditioning
compressor cycles when needed to cool the air. In cold
weather, when the system senses the need for heat, the
airflow will be directed out the floor outlets.
As the
interior temperature approaches a desired setting, the
blower speed will decrease.
To maintain interior
comfort, the airflow may move
to the instrument panel
air outlets and floor outlets (bi-level mode). On bright
sunny days
in cold weather, the aifflow may come out
of the air conditioning outlets
(AX mode) to maintain
comfort and prevent stuffiness.
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