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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If the starter
won’t work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle
does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Cadillac dealer or
a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key I1
TM .
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If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet,
the starter won’t work and the security light
will flash. But you don’t have
to wait three minutes before trying one
of the other ignition keys. 7
See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service the Pass-Key I1 TM
to have a new key made.
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If you’re ever driving and the “PASS KEY FAULT” light comes on and
stays on, you will be able to restart your engine
if you turn it off. Your
PASS-Key
I1 TM system, however, is not working properly and must be
serviced by your Cadillac dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the
PASS-Key
I1 TM system.
If you lose or damage a PASS-Key I1
TM ignition key, see your Cadillac
dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key
I1 TM to have a new key
made.
NEW VEHICLE “BREAK=IN”
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If your key seems stuck in “Lock” and you can’t turn it, be sure
it is all the way in.
If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and
right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with
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your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignitior, -w;tch.
If none of this works, then your vehicle needs 7
service,
STARTING YOUR ENGINE
To start your V8 engine:
1. Don’t push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine. In some 1:
other vehicles you might need to do this, but because of your vehicle’s
computer systems, you don’t.
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2. Turn your ignition key to “Start.” When the engine starts, let go of the 9
key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.
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3. If it doesn’t start within 3 seconds, push the accelerator pedal about
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one-third of the way down, while you hold the ignition key in “Start.”
When the engine starts, let
go of the key and let up on the accelerator
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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 Cadillac” in the Index.)
A CAUTION:
Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake
warning light
is on. Driving with the brake warning light on can
lead to an accident.
If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off
the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for
service.
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
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If the light doesn’t
come on, have
it fixed
so it will be ready to
warn you if there is a
problem.
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Traction Engaged
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TRACTION
ENGAGED
Traction Disabled
This light will go on as
a bulb check when
you start your engine.
It will also come on
when the traction
control system is
active.
This light will come
on when you first start
your vehicle
or when
you turn
off the
system. If it ever
comes on and stays
on, it means that your
traction control
system is not working,
and you should have
it serviced as soon as
possible.
These lights are deleted on Coach Builder limousines and funeral coach
packages.
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In “Problems on the Road,’’ this manual shows what to do. See “Engine
Overheating”
in the Index.
1
1 I LNl Prere Light
This light tells you if
there couldbe a
i+gg&dea with your
engine oil pressure.
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I 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.
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When you turn the key
to “Run”or “Start”,
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
accessories, and set your Electronic Climate Control system to
“OFE’‘
the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turn off all L I
Low Oil Level Light
This light should come
on while you are
starting:
vour engine.
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Cruise Engaged Light
This light will come on
when your cruise
control is set to a
selected speed.
Low Coolant Warning Light
-- If the coolant level in the radiator is low by 3 quarts (2.8 L) or more this
light will come on.
The light will stay on until you add coolant.
Continuing to drive your vehicle with the “Low Coolant” warning light
See “Engine Coolant” in the Index and have
your vehicle serviced as soon
as you can.
This light will come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not
running, as a check. It doesn’t have to be fixed right away.
- . on, may result in damage to your engine.
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon
Light)
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. If it does
not come
on at all, have it fixed right away. If it stays on, or it 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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NOTICE:
If you keep driv
the emission controls won’t work as well, your fuel economy
won’t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This
could lead to costly repairs not covered
by your warranty.
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