1996 CADILLAC DEVILLE instrument panel

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The instrument panel is designed to let you know at a
glance
how your Cadillac is running. You’ll know how
fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using and
many
of the other things you’ll need to know to drive
safely and economically. The main components
of the
instrument panel are:
1. Air Outlets
2. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
3. Driver Information Center Control Buttons
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4. Driver’s Side Air Bag
5. Cluster
6. Steering Column Shift Lever
7. Electronic Climate Controls
8. Audio System
9. Passenger’s Side Air Bag
10. Lamp Controls
11. Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate Control
12. Hood Release
13. Horn
14. Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System
15. Astray and Cigarette Lighter
16. Glove Box
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When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will
come on for about eight seconds to remind people to
fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is
already buckled.
The safety belt light will
also come on and stay
on for about 20 seconds,
then it will flash for about
70 seconds. If the driver’s
belt is already buckled,
neither the chime nor the
light will come on.
Air Bag Readiness Light
There is an air bag readiness light on 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, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
For more information on the air bag system, see “Air
Bag’’ in the Index.
AIR BAG
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 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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FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW - 11: This message serves
as a warning that the fuel level in the tank is critically
low. Stop for fuel immediately.
MONITORED SYSTEMS OK - I: This message only
appears in the “recall” mode by pressing the
RESET
button. It lets you know that no other messages are
stored or currently active.
PASS KEY NOT PROGRAMMED - 31: This
warning message displays when the PASS-Key pellet information has not been programmed into your vehicle.
See your Cadillac dealership for service.
PCM FAULT - 110: The circuit in the Powertrain
Control Module
(PCM) has shorted or is loose when this
message appears. Have your Cadillac serviced by your
dealership at once.
REDUCED ENGINE POWER - 41: This message
informs
the driver that due to wheel slippage your
vehicle
is reducing engine power to compensate for the
loss of traction. Accelerating too fast causing the tires to
spin
is an example of when this message would display.
REMOVE KEY - 70: This message will appear when
the Personalized Automotive Security System
(PASS-Key
11) is unable to read the pellet on the
ignition key or
an improper key pellet has been inserted.
Wait for the DIC to display STARTING DISABLED
DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE IGNITION
KEY. The instrument panel cluster will then
run a timer
and change the messages to WAIT
3 MINUTES, WAIT
2 MINUTES,. WAIT 1 MINUTE and then START CAR.
When the REMOVE
KEY message is displayed, remove
the ignition key. Check the ignition key for damage. If it
is damaged,
it may need to be replaced. If you see no
damage, clean the pellet contacts with a soft cloth
or
napkin before inserting the key back into the ignition.
Have your vehicle serviced if the message still appears.
SERVICE A/C SYSTEM A/C COMPRESSOR
OFF
- 14: This message appears when the electronic
sensors that control the A/C and heating systems are no
longer working. Have the climate control system serviced
if you notice a drop in heating and A/C efficiency.
SERVICE AIR BAG - 83: There is a problem with the
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (air bag) system when
this message appears. Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle. See your Cadillac dealership for
service
at once.
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STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM
REMOVE IGNITION KEY
- 33: This message will
appear when the Personalized Automotive Security
System (PASS-Key
11) senses that an improper ignition
key is being used to try to start
the vehicle. Check the
ignition key for damage. If
it is damaged, it may need to
be replaced. If you see no damage, clean the pellet
contacts
with a soft cloth or napkin. Remove the ignition
key and wait for the
DTC to display WAIT 3 MINUTES.
The instrument 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.
STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED - 42: This
message will appear when the engine has overheated. Stop and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe
engine damage. See “Engine Overheating” in
the Index.
this message appears while the engine is running, stop
the engine and do not operate it until the cause
of low
oil pressure is corrected. Severe damage to
the engine
can result.
STOP ENGINE LOW OIL PRESSURE - 35: If
THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEMlCAR MAY NOT
RESTART
- 34: This message means there is a problem
in the Personalized Automotive Security System
(PASS-Key 11).
A fault has been detected in the system
which means that
the PASS-Key I1 system is disabled
and is not protecting
the vehicle. The vehicle usually
restarts however, you may want to take your vehicle to a
proper service center before turning off the engine.
TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF - 111: This message
will appear when the PCM senses that the maximum
speed for your Cadillac has been reached. The speed
of
your vehicle will decrease several mph as the fuel
supply is cutoff. This allows your vehicle to stay in a
stable operating range.
TRACTION READY - 91: This message informs the
driver that the traction control system is available. This occurs when the traction on/off button in the glove box
has been returned to
an on position (pressing the button
once turns the traction control system off; pressing the
button again turns the system back on).
TRACTION OFF - 89: This message will be displayed
after
the traction control has been turned off.
TRANS FLUID RESET - 48: With the engine not
running and the ignition on, press and hold the
OFF and
rear defog buttons until the TRANS FLUID RESET
meGage appears on the DIC (between 5 and 20 seconds).
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The button with the fan symbol adjusts the fan speed. Press the up
arrow to increase fan speed and the down
arrow to decrease fan speed.
Temperature Button
The red and blue temperature buttons adjust the air
temperature coming through the system. Press the blue
button for a eooler setting or the red button for a warmer setting. The outside temperature is always displayed
when your vehicle is running.
You can change it from
Fahrenheit to Celsius by pressing the
ENGNET
(English/metric) button on the DIC.
Mode Controls
The AUTO/ECON button automatically controls the
direction
of air delivery for air conditioning and non-air
conditioning modes.
Automatic Operation
When the system is set for AUTO, sensors will control
the air delivery mode.
Air will come from the floor,
middle or windshield outlets. The fan speed will vary as
the system maintains the selected temperature setting. Be
careful not to put anything over the solar sensor
located in the middle of the instrument panel near the
windshield. This sensor
is used by the automatic system
to regulate temperature.
To find your comfort zone, start with 75°F (24°C)
setting, allow about 20 minutes for the system to
regulate. Press the red or blue temperature buttons to
adjust the temperature if necessary. If you choose
60°F
(1 6" C), the system will remain at that maximum cooling
setting
and will not regulate fan speed. If you choose the
temperature of
90°F (32"C), the system will remain at
that maximum heating setting and will not regulate
fan
speed. Choosing either maximum setting will not cause
the system to heat or cool any faster.
With this setting,
the air conditioning compressor
automatically cycles when needed to cool the air. In cold
weather, when the system senses the need for heat, the
airflow will be directed
out the floor outlets. As. the
interior temperature approaches a desired setting, the
blower speed will decrease.
To maintain interior
comfort, the airflow may move to the instrument panel
air outlets and floor outlets
(BI-LEVEL mode). On
bright, sunny days in cold weather, the airflow may
come
out of the A/C outlets (A/C mode) to maintain
comfort and prevent stuffiness.

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The sensor monitors the sun’s solar radiation and is
located
on top of the instrument panel near the
windshield. The
ECC system uses this information to
automatically
make the necessary temperature and
airflow adjustments to maintain your
comfort.
Air Conditioning
On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot
inside
air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your
vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best.
Press the
AUTO/ECON button to assist in cooling air
and in maintaining proper airflow. Adjust the
temperature
to a comfortable setting by pressing the
blue button to cool your vehicle
and pressing the red
button to
warm your vehicle. Press the fan button arrows
up or down
to adjust the fan speed.
When the air conditioner is on, you may sometimes
notice slight changes in your vehicle’s engine speed and
power. This is normal because the system is designed to
cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired
temperature.
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rress the AUTOECON button to direct airflow out
of the floor outlets and to help save fuel. Adjust the
temperature, if necessary, by pressing the blue button
to decrease temperature and pressing the red button
to
increase temperature. Also remember to adjust the fan
speed by pressing the up or down arrow.
Outside air will be brought in and sent through the floor
outlets. The heater works best if you keep your windows
closed while using it.
Ventilation System
Your Cadillac's flow-through ventilation system
supplies outside air into the vehicle when it
is moving.
Outside
air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or
the air conditioning fan is running.
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The front outlets are located in the center and at each
side
of the instrument panel. You can adjust the
direction
of airflow by moving the center control levers
or you can stop the airflow by moving the lever located
on each side
of the outlets downward.
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When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a
different
turn signal flasher and extra wiring. Check
with your Cadillac dealer. The green
arrows on your
instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a
turn
or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps
will
also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn,
change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your
instrument panel will flash for turns even
if the bulbs on
the trailer
are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers
behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s
important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer
bulbs are still working.
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start
down a long or steep downgrade.
I€ you don’t shift
down, you might have to use your
brakes so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade,
shift down and reduce your
speed to around
45 mph (70 b/h) or less to reduce the
possibility
of engine and transaxle overheating.
If your vehicle weighs more
than 1,OOO lbs. (450 kg),
you may want to drive in
THIRD (3) instead of
OVERDRIVE (@).
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