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If this light comes on, it
means you're low
on
washer fluid.
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@ Driving without washer fluid'can be dangerous. A bad mud
splash can block~your risim. Yciu could hit another vehicle or
go off the road. Check j&u- washer fluid level often.
I In freezing weather, don't use your washer until the
windshield
is warmed. OtherwiSe the washer fluid can form
ice on the windshield, blQcking your vision.
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Convex Outside Mirror
Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror's surface is curved a
little
so you can see more looking from the driver's seat.
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A CAUTION:
If you aren't used to a convex mirror, you can hit another
.vehicle.
A convex mirror can make other things (like vehicles)
look farther
away than they really are. If you cut too sharply
into the right lane, you could hit
a vehicle on your right. Check
your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing
lanes.
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Just rotate the knob to choose the left
the mirror. or
right mirror. Then move it to adjust
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driving, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Pkase
follow
the manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even
dangerous.
So please get to know your warning lights. They’re a big help.
Brake System Warning Light
Your Cadillac’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one
part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good
braking, though,
you need both parts working well.
If the warning light goes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your
brake system inspected right away.
This light shoula
come
on and turn off as you
start the vehicle. If it
doesn’t come on then,
have it fixed
so it will
be ready to warn you
if
there’s a problem.
This light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and will
- stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your
parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. If the
light comes on while driving, pull
off the road and stop carefully. You may
-_ notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the
floor. It may take longer to stop.
If the light is still on, have the vehicle
towed for service.
(See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.)
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This light tells you that
your engine coolant has overheated or your
radiator cooling fans
are not working. If you
have been operating
your vehicle under
normal driving
conditions, you should
pull
off the road, stop
your vehicle and turn
-1 the engine off as soon
as possible.
HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY!
In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine
Overheating” in the Index.
Engine Temperature Warning Light
I This light tells you that
your engine has overheated.
If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions,
you should pull
off the road, stop the car and turn the engine off as soon
as possible.
A warning chime should also sound if you drive with this light
on. The chime will continue to sound until the ignition is turned
“off” or
the light goes out.
As a check, the light should come on for a few seconds
when you start your engine.
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In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine
Overheating” in the Index.
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Charge Light
When you turn the key
to “Run,” this light will
come on briefly, to
show that your
alternator and battery
charging systems are
working.
If a light stays on, you need service, and you should take your Cadillac to
the dealer at once.
To save your battery until you get there, turn off all
accessories, and set your Electronic Climate Control system to “OFF.”
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A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission
control systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but
the engine
is not running, as a check to show you it is working..
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comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you have
a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon.
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Oil Light
This light tells you if
there could be a
problem with your
engine
oil pressure.
The light goes on when you turn your key to “Run” or
“START” It goes
off once you have started your engine. That’s just a check to be sure the
light works. If it doesn’t, be sure
to have it fixed so it will be there to warn
you if something goes wrong.
When this light comes on and stavs on, it means
oil isn’t going through
your engine properly. You could be
low on oil, or you might have some
other oil problem.
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A CAUTION:
Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your
engine can become
so hot that it catches fire. You or others
could be burned. Check your oil
as soon as possible and have
your vehicle serviced.
JOTICE:
Damage to your engin %om ne! cte probl
costly and
is not covered by your warranty.
Change Oil Soon Light
This light will come on
for a few seconds as a
bulb check when you
first start your engine.
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The light will also come on following engine start up for
20 seconds when
either the oil life percentage
is less the 10% or 7500 miles (12500 km)
have been driven. This is a reminder that it is time to change your oil. See -
the Index under “Oil Life Indicator” for more information on this system.
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You’ll find this light here:
FORMATION CENTE
iERVICE
__ If it ever stays on for 29 seconds or more, you need service. It comes on
for a few seconds, just as a bulb check whenever you turn your ignition to
“ Run. ”
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SERWCE SSS Light
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When you first start
your car, the
“SERVICE SSS” light
will come on as a bulb
check and a system
self-check for a
few
seconds.
If this light comes
on and stays while driving, you have a problem with the
Speed Sensitive Suspension or the Speed Sensitive Steering system. See
your Cadillac dealer for the proper service
of this system.
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