1995 CADILLAC DEVILLE sensor

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NOTICE:
Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of' PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn't covered by your
warranty.
NOTICE:
If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems
not to shift gears
as you accelerate, something may be wrong
with
a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way,
your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens? have
your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you can use
SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 3S mph (55 km/h)
and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@!) for higher speeds.
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The light sensor for the
twilight sentinel
is
located in the center of
the front defogger
grille. If you cover the
sensor,
it will read
''dark'' and your 1a11q.x
will come on.
Cornering Lamps
The cornering lamps come on when you signal a turn and the headlamps
or parkine L lamps are on. They provide more light for cornering.
Underhood Lamp
To operate the underhood lamp, turn on your parking lamps. Then the
underhood lamp will illuminate when the hood is open.
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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the
front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many
different driving conditions,
but they can be especially helpful in the short
periods after dawn
and before sunset.
A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be
sure it isn't covered.
The
DRL system will make your low beam headlamps come on at
reduced brightness
when:
The ignition is on
Thc headlamp switch is off, and
The transaxle is not in PARK (,P).
When it's dark enough outside, your low beam headlamps will change to
full brightness. When it's bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go
off, and your low beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of
D RL.
To idle your vehicle with the DRL off shift the transaxle into PARK (P).
The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK (P).
As with anv vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system
when you need it.
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There is an air bag readiness light 011 the instrument panel, which shows AIR
BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The
light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air
bag sensors and modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more
information on the air bag system, see ‘Air Bag” in the Index.
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. This
means the system is
ready.
If the air bag readiness light doesn’t come on when you start your vehicle,
or stays an? or
corncs on whcn you arc driving, your air bag system may
not work properly. f lave your vehicle serviced right away.
Buttery Charge Light (Canadian Only)
When you turn the key
to RUN or START this
red battery light will
come on briefly, to
show that your
alternator and battery
charging systcnls
are
working.
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This message will appear when thc Climatc Control is in AUTO or
DEFROST and the engine coolant is hotter than the normal operating
temperature.
To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning
compressor
is automatically turned off. When that happens, air
conditioned air
is not delivered. If the coolant temperature returns to
normal,
you must select AUTO, DEFOG or DEFROST to return to a
normal A/C compressor operation.
FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW - 11
This message serves as a warning that the fuel level in your tank is
critically low. It means you should stop for fuel immediately.
SERVICE A/C SYSTEM A/C COMPRESSOR OFF - 14
This message appears when the electronic sensors that control the A/C
and heating system are no ionger working. Have your Climate Control
system serviced
if you notice a drop in heating and A/C efficiency.
STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE
IGNITION KEY - 33
This message will apex when the Personalized Automotive Security
System (PASS-Key”-
11) senses tht ;In improper ignition key is being used
to try
to start the vehicle. Check the ignition key for damage. It’ it is
damaged,
it map need to be replaced. If you see no damage, clean the
pellet contacts
with a soft cloth or napkin. Remove the ignition key and ..I
wait for the Driver Information Center to display WAIT 3 MINUTES.
The instrumcnt panel cluster will then run a timer and change the
messages to WAIT 2 MINUTES, WAIT 1 MINUTE, and then START
CAR. When the START CAR message is displayed, try again to start the
engine.
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SERVICE NOW - REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL - 02
This message appears ifvou have a problem with thc Powertriliu Control
M0d~1le (PCM). To corrict this problem have your vehicle serviced at
your Cadillac dealership.
SERVICE RIDE CONTROL - 84
This message is displayed to indicate that the Suspension System is not
operating properlv. To correct this problem haw your vehicle serviced at
your Cadillac deaiership.
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There are two things the system docsrl’r do:
It can’t sense heavy dust in the places where you drive. If you drive in a
dusty area, you should change your oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or
three months (whichever comes first) unlesi the display says to change
it eve11 somer than that.
0 It doesn’t check IIOCV much oil you have, so you‘ll still have to check for
that. To see how, see “Engine Oil“ in the Index.
Electronic Level Control
The Electronic Level Control (ELC) system autonmtically adjusts the rear
trim height in response to changes in vehicle loading. The system consists
of
an air compressor assembly, air drver, exhaust solcnoici, compressor
relay, height sensor, air adjustable shocks and air tubing. The compressor
is activated
when the ignition is on and a sufficient amount of weight is
added
to the car to cause the rear suspension to deflect more than
approximately one inch. The exhaust solenoid
is powered at all times,
allowing the system to exhaust with the ignition off when excess weight
is
removed from the vehicle.
If the system has a slight leak, the air compressor will run frequently for a
few seconds each time.
For a larger air leak the air compressor may stay on for up to seven
minutes. You should see your dealer for service, but
you can keep driving
lyour Cadillac.
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Your vehicle has strategically placed electronic sensors that feed
information to the vehicle’s computer svstems. Your vehicle can control
the ventilation, heating and air conditidning automatically year round.
The outside temperature, inside temperature setting, €an speeds and the
ECC selection are displayed
on a digital screen.
When the
OFF button is selected, nothing is on, but air will still flow
through your vehicle
if you’re moving. The system will try to keep the air
at
the selected temperature, but it might not be able to maintain it if it’s
hot, or cold, outside.
The
OUTSIDE temperature is always displayed when your vehicle is
running.
You can change it from Celsius to Fahrenheit by pressing the
ENG/MET (English/Metric) button.
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Press this button to
turn on the rear
defogger.
With it, your rear window and both outside rearview mirrors arc heated.
The system
will automatically shut off after 10 minutes. If further
defogging
is desired, simply press the button again.
I NOTICE:
Scraping the inside of your rear window could cut and damage
the heating grids. Your warranty would not cover this damage.
And don't put decals there; you might have to scrape them off.
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Electronic Solar Sensor
The Electronic Solar Sensor is part of the Electronic Climate Control
System.
The sensor monitors
the
sun's solar
radiation. The
Electronic Climate
Control system
uses
this information to
automatically make the
necessary temperature
and airflow
adjustments to maintain
your comfort.
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