1996 CADILLAC DEVILLE oil dipstick

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appear when there is a low level
of engine coolant. Have
the cooling system serviced by a Cadillac technician as
soon
as possible.
CHECK FUEL GAGE - 39: This message will appear
when the fuel supply is less than four gallons (15.2
L)
and the display is turned off.
CHECK OIL LEVEL - 36: For correct operation of
the low oil sensing system, your vehicle should be on a
level surface.
A false CHECK OIL LEVEL message
may appear
if the vehicle is parked on grades. The oil
level sensing system does not check for actual oil level
if the engine has been off for a short period of time, and
the oil level is never sensed while the engine is running.
If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears, and your
vehicle has been parked on level ground with the engine
off for at least 30 minutes, the oil level should be
checked
by observing the oil dipstick. Prior to checking
the oil level be sure the engine has been off for five
minutes and your vehicle is on a level surface. Then
check the dipstick and add oil
if necessary. See “Engine
Oil”
in the Index.
CHECK WASHER FLUID - 25: This message will
appear for several seconds indicating that
you need
washer solvent.
CRUISE ENGAGED - 43: This message will appear
for a few seconds
when you select a speed at which
to cruise.
DOOR OPEN - 141: The passenger’s door is open or
ajar when this message appears. The vehicle’s engine
must be running and the transaxle not
in.PARK (P) for
this message to display.
A chime will also sound when
the vehicle’s speed is greater than
5 mph
(8.1 km/h).
DRIVER DOOR OPEN - 140: This message
will display when the vehicle is being shifted out
of
PARK (P) with the engine running to signal that
the driver’s door is open or ajar.
A chime will also
sound when the vehicle’s speed is greater than
5 mph
(8.1 W).
ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE ENGINE - 44:
This message will appear when the engine coolant
temperature
is over 248°F (126°C). To avoid added
strain on a hot engine, turn off the climate control
system. Stop and allow your vehicle to idle until
it cools
down
or the message is removed. If it does not cool
down,
turn off the engine and have it serviced before
driving it again. Severe engine damage can result from
an overheated engine. See “Engine Overheating” in
the Index.
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C. Power Steering Fluid
D. Oil Fill Location
E. Engine Oil Dipstick Location
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G. Transaxle DipstickEill
H. Air Cleaner
I. Windshield Washer Fluid
Before closing
the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly.

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A CHECK OIL LEVEL message will appear when
the engine oil
is approximately a quart low. If the
message
is displayed, check the dipstick level and add
oil
as needed.
It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel.
In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must
be
warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick
is
located behind
the radiator
on the driver's side of the
engine. The black handle
says ENGINE OIL on it.
Turn off the engine and
give the oil a few minutes
to
drain back into the oil
pan. If you don't, the oil
dipstick
might not show
the actual level.
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Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need
cloth, then push
it back in all the way. Remove it again, to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This
keeping the tip down, and check the level. part explains
what kind of oil to use. For crankcase
capacity, see “Capacities
and Specifications” in
the Index.
NOTICE:
Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so
much oil that the oil level gets above the upper
mark that shows the proper operating range,
your engine could be damaged.
When to Add Oil
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The oil fill cap is located
behind the radiator
on the
L
~ passenger’s side of the
~ engine. Turn the cap
1 counterclockwise to
remove.
Just fill it enough to
put the level somewhere in the
proper operating range. Push the dipstick all
the way
back in when
you’re through.
What Kind of Oil to Use
Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by
looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol
indicates that the oil has been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute
(API). Do not use any oil which
does not carry this Starburst symbol.
If you change your own
oil, be sure you use oil
that has the Starburst
symbol on the front
of the
oil container. If you have
your oil changed for you,
be sure the oil put into
your engine
is American
Petroleum Institute certified
for gasoline engines.
You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your
vehicle, as shown in the following chart:
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed.
Change
both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles
(83 0oO km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or
more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
regularly reaches
90°F (32°C) or higher.
0 When doing frequent trailer towing.
0 Uses such
as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, the fluid
and filter do not require changing.
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the
Maintenance Schedule booklet.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may
choose to have this done at
your Cadillac dealership
service department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions
here,
or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.
I NOTICE:
Too much or too little fluid can damage your
transaxle.
Too much can mean that some of the
fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts
or exhaust ,system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to
get an accurate reading if
you check your
transaxle fluid.
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