1994 CADILLAC SEVILLE check engine light

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There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which has
“INFL REST.” or “INFLATABLE RESTRAINT” on it. The system
checks for electrical malfunctions, and the light tells you
if there is a
problem.
INFLATABLE
RESTRAINT
You will see this light
flash for a
few
seconds when you
turn your ignition to
“Run” or “Start.”
Then the light should
go out, which means
the system is ready.
Remember,
if the air bag readiness light doesn’t come on when you start
your vehicle, or stays on,
or comes on when you are driving, your air bag
system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away.
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Your vehicle is equipped with this feature. If you leave the key in the
ignition whether in the Accessory, Lock, or
Off position with the driver’s
door open, you cannot lock your vehicle using the power locks.
If you
close
the door you can lock it using the Remote Keyless Entry System. It
is always recommended that you remove your ignition key when locking
your vehicle.
Illuminated Entry System
Your illuminated entry system turns on all the courtesy lights when either
front door is opened. When the door is closed, the courtesy lights will stay
on for approximately 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.
REMOTE KEIZESS ENTRY SYSTEM
With this feature you can turn on your interior lights, lock and unlock
your doors, or unlock your trunk from up to
15 feet (4.5 m) using the key
chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Your Remote Keyless Entry System is intended to be used as a
supplementary vehicle entry device. It is not intended to replace, but
rather should
be used in conjunction with a door lock key. It operates on
a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) Rules.
This device complies with Part
15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Should interference to this system occur, try this:
Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the
instructions on battery replacement.
0 Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This
product has a maximum range.
a Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the
0 See your Cadillac dealer or a qualified technician for service.
signal.
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switch or Keyless Entry System.
- with a key or manual door lock. It arms only if you use a power door lock
Here’s how to avoid setting
off the alarm by accident:
If you don’t want to arm the theft deterrent system, the vehicle should
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be locked with the door key after the doors are closed.
Always unlock a door with a key, or use the Keyless Entry System.
If you set
off the alarm by accident, unlock any door with your key. You
can also turn off the alarm by using the Keyless Entry System, if you have
it. The alarm won’t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way.
Unlocking a
door any other way will set
off the alarm.
__ How to Test The Alarm
From inside the vehicle roll down your window, then get out of your
From outside the vehicle with the door open, lock the vehicle using
Reach in and unlock the door using the manual lock, and open the
vehicle
keeping the door open.
the power door lock or the Keyless Entry System and close the door.
door. The horn will sound and your headlights will flash.
If the alarm does not sound when it should, check to see if the horn
works. The horn fuse may be blown.
To replace the fuse, see “Fuses and
Circuit Breakers” in the Index.
To reduce the possibility of theft, always arm the theft deterrent system
when leaving your vehicle.
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Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key’II (Personalized
Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system. PASS-Key’II is a
passive theft deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything
different to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or remove
the key from the ignition. PASS-Key@II uses a resistor pellet in the
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ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle.
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When the PASS-Key’II system senses that someone is using the wrong key,
it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes,
the starter won’t work and fuel won’t
go to the engine. If someone tries to
start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the vehicle
will
not start. This discourages someone from randomly trying differe\
nt keys
with different resistor pellets
in an attempt to make a match.
The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s inserted in the ignition
or the engine may not start. If the engine does not start and the
“STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE
IGNITION
KEY” message is displayed, the key may be dirty or wet.
Turn the ignition off.
Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. The
security light may remain on during this time.
If the starter still won’t
work, and the
key appears to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes
and
try the other ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check
the fuses (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’II.
If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet,
the starter won’t work But you don’t have to wait three minutes before
trying one of the other ignition keys.
See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key’II
to have a new key made.
If you’re ever driving and you get the “PASS-KEY MALFUNCTION’ -
message you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your
PASS-Key’II system, however,
is not working properly and must be serviced by
your Cadillac dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key’II system.
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If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@II ignition key, see your Cadillac dealer -
or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key’II to have a new key made.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just
stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your
turn signal.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the green
arrows don’t go on at all when you signal
a turn, check the fuse (see
“Fuses” in the Index) and for burned-out bulbs.
Operation of Lights
Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog
lamps, side marker lights and taillights) meets all applicable federal
lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may apply their own
lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate
these lights.
For example, some jurisdictions may require that you operate your lower
beam lights with fog lamps at all times, or that headlights be turned on
whenever you must use your windshield wipers. In addition, most
jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lights, especially at dawn
or dusk. It is recommended that you check with your own state or
provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations.
Yeadlight High-Low Beam
To change the
headlights from low
beam to high or high to
low, pull the turn signal
lever all the way toward
you. Then release
it.
When the high beams
are on, this blue light
on the instrument
panel also
will be on.
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You may wonder what happens if a car has to have a new odometer
installed. The new one will read the correct mileage. This is because your
car’s computer has stored the mileage in memory.
WMING LIGHTS
This section describes the warning
pictures will help you locate them. lights
that are on your vehicle. The
Warning lights can signal that something is wrong before it becomes
serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying
attention
to your warning lights could also save you or others from injury.
Warning lights go on when there may be or is
a problem with one of your
vehicle’s functions.
As you will see in the details on the next few pages,
some warning lights come on briefly when you turn the ignition key just to
let you know they’re working.
If you are familiar with this section, you
should not be alarmed when this happens.
When one
of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are
driving, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please 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.
Your vehicle may also have a driver information system that works along
with the warning lights. See “Driver Information System” in the Index.
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Only)
This light tells you that
your engine has
overheated. You
should stop the car and
turn the engine off
as
soon as possible. A
warning chime should
also sound
if this light
comes on.
As a check,
the light should come
on for
a few seconds
when
you start your
engine.
HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY!
In “Problems
on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine
Overheating” in the Index.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
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ENGINE
SOON
SERVICE
ENGINE SOON
A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission
control systems. This light should come on when the ignition is
on, but
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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.
NOTICE:
If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a whi\
le
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.
Battery Charge Light (Canadian\Export Only)
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r:
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.
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