1995 CADILLAC DEVILLE engine overheat

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Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating
conditions such
as:
e Climbing grades steeper than 4% at ambient temperatures above
Stopping after high-speed driving.
e Idling for long periods in stop and go traffic.
90' F (32" C) with a loaded vehicle and trailer.
If the ENGINE HOT-A/C COMPRESSOR OFF message appears on the
Driver Information Center,
do no be alarmed. This is a normal function
designed
to reduce the load on the engine and cooling system. You can
continue
to drive your vehicle.
if the ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE ENGINE message appears on
the Driver Information Center, pull off to the side of the road as soon as
it is safe to do so. When the vehicle is at a complete stop, shift the
transaxle selector
to PARK (P) and allow the engine to idle. Do not turn
off the engine or increase engine speed above a normal idle. After several
minutes resume driving at a reduced speed. Return to normal driving
after
10 minutes if the ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE ENGINE
message
is not displayed.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering
wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position with a clamping
device designed for towing selvicc. Do not use the whicle's steering
colunln lock for this. The trallsaxlc should he in NEUTRAL (N) and the
parking hrake relc;lsd.
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TIIC Driver Information Center will displav either ENGINE COOL.ANT
HOT-IDLE ENGINE 01 STOP ENGINEdENGINE OVERHEATING.
In addition you will find the warning light about a hot engine on your
instrument panel on Canadian vehiclcs.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine IfNo Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem
may not be
too serious. Sonletimes the engine can get a little too hot
when you:
Climb a long hill on a hot day.
Stop after high speed driving.
Idle for long periods in traffic.
0 Tow a trailer.
If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam,
or so:
1. Turn off your air conditioner.
try this for a minute
2. Dial temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the
3. If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); otherwise, shift to
window, as necessary.
thi highest gear while driving -- AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0) or
THIRD (3).
If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe,
drive slower for about
10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on,
you can drive normally.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away.
If there’s still no sign
of steam, you can idle the engine for two or three
minutes
while you‘re parked, to see if the warning stops. But then, if you
still have the warning, turx off the cwgillc alzdgct c‘wyouc out of [he vehicle
until it cools down.
You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away.
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Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn't
covered
by your warranty.
If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on check to see if the electric
engine fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be
running. If they aren't. your vehicle needs service.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try.
You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the coolant recovery tank,
but be sure
the cooling system is cool before you do it.
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RADIATOR .PRESSURE CAP
NOTICE:
Your radiator pressure cap is a 15 psi (105 kpa) pressure-type
cap and must be tightly installed
to prevent coolant loss and
possible engine damage from overheating.
Be sure the arrows
on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler
neck.
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DEVILLE INDEX
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A/C Overheat-A/C Off Message ...................... 2-87
Accessory Power. Retained .......................... 6-61
Adding
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid ........................ 6-19
Brake Fluid ................................ 6.26. 6.27
Engine Coolant ................................. 6-21
Engine Oil ...................................... 6-11
Power Steering Fluid ............................. 6-24
Sound Equipment ............................... 3-22
Windshield Washer Fluid .................... 2.43. 6.25
Adjuster. Seat ...................................... 1-2
Air Bag ........................................... 1-21
How Does It Restrain ............................ 1-26
How It Works ................................... 1-24
Location ....................................... 1-25
Readiness Light ............................ 1.23. 2.76
Servicing ....................................... 1-28
What Makes It Inflate ............................ 1-26
What Will You See After It Inflates ................. 1-26
When Should It Inflate ........................... 1-25
Air Cleaner ....................................... 6-16
Air Conditioning .................................... 3-4
Air Conditioning Refrigerants ........................ 6-74
Air Outlets ......................................... 3-1
Alarm. Theft Deterrent System ....................... 2-17
Alignment and Balance. Tires ........................ 6-45
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ......................... 6-55
AM Radio ......................................... 3-8
Antenna. Care ..................................... 3-24
Antifreeze ........................................ 6-20
Anti-Lock Brakes ................................... 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ............ 2.78. 4.7
Anti-Lockout Feature ................................ 2-7
Appearance Care ................................... 6-48
Appearance Care Materials Chart ..................... 6-58
Apply Brake to Shift Message ........................ 2-87
Electrical Equipment .................... 2.23.3.22. 6-61
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Door Central Unlocking System
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Locks ........................................... 2-3
Driver Information Center .................. 2.84.2.85. 2.87
Driver Position ..................................... 1-11
Driving On Grades. with a Trailer ..................... 4-40
Driving
At
Night ....................................... 4-16
City ........................................... 4-21
Defensive ....................................... 4-1
Drunken ........................................ 4-2
Freeway ........................................ 4-22
In a Blizzard .................................... 4-30
In the Rain ..................................... 4-18
On Curves ...................................... 4-11
On Hill and Mountain Roads ...................... 4-25
On Snow and Ice ................................ 4-28
Winter ......................................... 4-27
With a Trailer ................................... 4-39
Through Deep Standing Water ..................... 2-23
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Electrical Equipment. Adding ............... 2.23.3.22. 6-61
Electrical Systems Chart ............................. 6-73
Electrochromic Rearview Mirror ...................... 2-59
Electronic Climate Control (ECC) ..................... 3-2
Electronic Solar Sensor ............................ 3-6
Features ........................................ 3-4
Electronic Level Control ............................ 2-95
Emission Control Systems Chart ...................... 6-73
EnglMet Button. Driver Information Center ............ 2-86
Engine Compartment Fuse Block ..................... 6-62
Engine Coolant .................................... 6-20
Heater .................................... 2.24. 6.15
Hot Message .................................... 2-89
Cooling System Chart ............................ 6-72
Exhaust ........................................ 2-34
Hot-A/C Compressor Off Message ................. 2-90
Identification ................................... 6-60
Lubrication System Chart ......................... 6-72
Overheating .................................... 5-11
Running It While You’re Parked ................... 2-35
Specifications ................................... 6-71
Starting ........................................ 2-22
Temperature Warning Light ....................... 2-79
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