1996 CADILLAC DEVILLE oil reset

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DISPLAY ONIOFF: Pressing this button will turn off
the DIC, Electronic Climate Control, fuel data center, the fuel gage, trip odometer and odometer. While the
displays
are off, pressing the INFORMATION button
will only turn on the DIC. If the TRIP SET button
is pressed or the fuel level falls below four gallons
(15.2 L), all the displays will come back on.
ENG/MET (EnglishMetric): You can change the
display from English (miles) to metric (kilometers) by
pressing this button. The same button also changes other
readings (like temperature, fuel and odometer).
TRIP SET By using this button you can tell how far
you’ve gone since you last set the TRIP SET back to
zero.
To reset, press and hold the button until zeros
appear. If your vehicle
is domestic, the trip odometer
will return to zero after 999.9 miles
(1 609 km). If your
vehicle
is Canadian, the trip odometer will return to zero
after
1 999.9 km (1,242 miles).
INFORMATION: Pressing this button repeatedly will
display the AVG
MPG, FUEL USED, AVG MPH, OIL
LIFE LEFT, ENGINE RPM, BATTERY VOLTS and
COOLANT TEMP.
TIMER: This feature is like a stopwatch, in that you
can clock the time it takes to get from one point
to another.
To operate, press the TIMER button until TIMER
0O:OO:OO is displayed on the DIC. Each of the fields for
the hours, minutes and seconds are
two numeric digits.
Once TIMER
OFF 0O:OO:OO is displayed, press the
TIMER button to start the timing feature. Press the
TIMER button again to stop
it, If you will be starting
and stopping
your Cadillac, during a trip for instance,
the TIMER feature will automatically
start timing where
it left off when you last stopped. To reset it, press and
hold the RESET button until the display reads TIMER
0O:OO:OO. Press the INFORMATION button to exit from
the TIMER function.
RESET Pressing this button will reset the MPG AVG,
FUEL USED, AVG MPH and OIL LIFE LEFT. Pressing
RESET when a non-resettable display appears will
cause
a “recall” mode to occur. When this happens, all
DIC warning messages that have been displayed since
the ignition key was turned to RUN will redisplay.
If no
messages were displayed, a MONITORED SYSTEMS
OK message will appear.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine MPG AVG (Average Fuel Economy) Reset: Press the
INFORMATION button to display the MPG AVG, then
press and hold the RESET button until
0.0 MPG AVG
is displayed.
Fuel Used Reset: Press the INFORMATION button
to display the FUEL USED on the DIC, then press
and hold the RESET button until
FUEL USED 0.0
is displayed.
AVG MPH (Average Speed) Reset: Press the
INFORMATION button to display the AVG MPH, then
press and hold the RESET button until
0.0 AVG MPH
is displayed.
Oil Life Left Reset: Press the INFORMATION button
to display the OIL LIFE LEFT, then press and hold the
RESET button’until
100% OIL LIFE LEFT is displayed.
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Driver Information Center Messages
These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed
in one of your vehicle’s systems. Vehicles that are first
sold
in Canada will have a number after each message.
This number helps to identify the message which is only
displayed in English.
A/C OFF FOR ENGINE PROTECTION - 16: This
message displays when the engine coolant becomes
hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid
added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning
compressor is automatically turned
off so that air
conditioned air
is not delivered. If the coolant
temperature returns
to normal, you must select AC to
return to a normal
A/C compressor operation. If this
message continues to appear, have the system repaired
as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage.
APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT - 46: This message will
appear if your vehicle is in PARK (P) for about 15 seconds
and the brake is not pressed
in. Remove the message by
holding the
OFF and the blue (cooler) button on the
Electronic Climate Control panel for about five seconds. Hold
the same two buttons again to redisplay the message.
BATTERY NO CHARGE - 07: This message will
appear
if the battery is not being charged. Have the
electrical system checked by your Cadillac dealership at
your earliest convenience.
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BATTERY VOLTS HIGH - 08: This message shows
that the electrical charging system is overcharging (more
than
16 volts). To avoid being stranded, have the
electrical system checked by your Cadillac dealership.
You can reduce the charging overload by using the
accessories.
Turn on the lamps and radio, set the climate
control on
AUTO and the fan speed on HI, and turn the
rear window defogger on. You can monitor battery
voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFORMATION
button. The normal range is
11.5 to 15.5 volts when the
engine
is running.
BATTERY VOLTS LOW - 06: This message will .
appear when the electrical system is charging less than
10 volts or if the battery has been drained. If this
message appears immediately after starting, it is possible that the generator can stili recharge
the battery. The
battery should recharge after driving a few miles and the
message should go out.
If this message appears while
driving or after starting your vehicle and stays on, have
it checked immediately to determine the cause of this
problem.
To help the generator recharge the battery
quickly
you can reduce the load on the electrical system
by turning off the accessories. You can monitor battery voltage on the
DIC by pressing the INFORMATION
button. The normal range is
11.5 to 15.5 volts.
BRAKE.VACUUM PROBLEM - 108: The circurr in
the brake booster vacuum has shorted or is loose when
this message appears. Your vehicle may lose power
brakes but you will still have the use
of manual brakes.
The power brakes will not be affected if the problem is
caused by a failed sensor. Have your vehicle serviced
immediately at your Cadillac dealership.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL - 82: This means that the life
of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed
within
200 miles. See “Engine Oil” and “Filter
Recommendations” in the Maintenance Schedule. After
an’oil change, the Oil Life Indicator must be reset. See
“Oil Life Indicator’’ in the Index on how to reset
it.
CHANGE TRANS FLUID - 47: This message WUI
appear when it is time to replace the transaxle fluid
(system has determined that the transaxle fluid has
reached
0%). See the Maintenance Schedule booklet for
the proper fluid and change intervals.
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CHECK BRAKE FLUID LEVEL - 37: This message
will display if the ignition is in the RUN position to
inform the driver that the brake fluid level is low. Check
the brake reservoir level and add fluid as needed. Have the brake system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible. If the brake warning light is
on, follow
the directions in that part.
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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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This feature lets you know when to change the engine
oil. It's based on the engine oil temperatures and
your driving patterns.
To see the display, press the
INFORMATION button several times until
XX OIL
LIFE LEFT appears. If you see 99% OIL LIFE LEFT,
99% of your current oil life remains.
The DIC may display a
CHECK OIL LEVEL message.
Always keep a written record of the mileage and date
when you changed your oil. For more information, see
the Cadillac Maintenance Schedule booklet.
If you see
CHECK OIL LEVEL, it means that you have less
than 10% of the oil life left and you'should consider
changing your engine oil. If you see
CHANGE
ENGINE OIL, it means the oil life is gone and you
should change the oil right away.
The system should indicate changing the oil between
3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 7,500 miles (12 500 km).
It may indicate changing the oil before 3,000 miles
(5 000 km) depending on your driving habits. If the
vehicle has been driven
7,500 miles (12 500 km) it
will indicate to change the oil.
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)
unless the display indicates changing
it sooner. The
system doesn't check
how much oil you have, so
you'll still have to check for that. To see how, see
"Engine Oil" in
the Index.
When new oil is added, you'll need to reset the system.
To reset, display the Oil Life Indicator by pressing the
INFORMATION button. Then press and hold the RESET
button until the display shows 100 OIL LIFE LEFT.
Electronic Level Control
This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the
load changes. It's automatic
-- you don't need to
adjust anything.
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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause
reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged
mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and
extreme heat.
If they aren’t, they may not operate
properly
or may cause failure of the tape player.
Your
tape player should be cleaned regularly after every
50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLN or CLEAN
TAPE to indicate that you have used your tape player for
50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer. Each time
the cassette
is cleaned, the 50 hour cassette timer should
be reset. This is done by holding down the eject button
for five seconds or until the
TAPE CLEAN message is
displayed. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a
known good cassette to
see if the tape or the tape player is
at fault.
If this other cassette has no improvement in sound
quality, clean the tape player.
Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action,
non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub
the
tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. It
is normal for the cassette
to eject while cleaning. Insert
the cassette at least six times to ensure thorough
cleaning.
A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is
available through your Cadillac dealer. You may
also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-tyw
cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt
to clean
the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not
eject.
It may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing
type cleaner.
Cassettes are subject
to wear and the sound quality may
degrade over time. Always
make sure that the cassette
tape is in good condition before you have your tape
player serviced.
Care of Your Compact Discs
Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen
a
clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and
clean it, wiping from the center
to the edge.
Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling
discs. Pick up discs
by grasping the outer edges or the
edge
of the hole and the outer edge.
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You will find an ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE
ENGINE message
or a STOP ENGINE ENGINE
OVERHEATED message on the DIC. There is also an
engine temperature warning light
on the instrument
panel. See “Engine Temperature Warning Light” in the
Index.
Overheated Engine Protection Operating
Mode
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Should a low coolant condition exist and the message
STOP ENGINE
ENGINE OVERHEATED is displayed,
an overheat protection mode which alternates firing
groups
of four cylinders helps prevent engine damage.
This operating mode
allows your vehicle to be driven
to a safe place in
an emergency; you may drive up to
50 miles (80 km). Towing a trailer in the overheat
protection mode should be avoided.
I NOTICE:
After driving in the Overheated Engine
Protection Operating Mode,
to avoid engine
damage, allow the engine to cool before
attempting any repair. The engine oil may be
severely degraded. Change the
oil and reset the
oil life indicator. See “Engine Oil, When to
~ Change” in the Index.
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When to Change Engine Oil
Your Cadillac has an Oil Life Indicator. This feature
will let you know when to change your oil and
filter
-- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and
7,500 miles (12 500 km) since your last oil change.
Under severe conditions, the indicator may come on
before
3,000 miles (5 OOO km). Never drive your vehicle
more than
7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months,
(whichever occurs first) without an oil change.
The system won’t detect dust in the oil.
So, if you
drive in a dusty area, be sure to change your oil every
3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner if the CHANGE
ENGINE OIL message comes on. Remember to reset
the
Oil Life Indicator when the oil has been changed.
For more information, see “Oil Life Indicator”
in
the Index.
How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator
After the oil has been changed, display the OIL LIFE
LEFT message by pressing the INFORMATION button.
Then press and hold the RESET button until the display
shows
“100.” This resets the oil life index. The message
will remain off until the next oil change is needed. The
percentage of oil life remaining may be checked at any
time by pressing the INFORMATION button several
times until the
OIL LIFE LEFT message appears. For more information
on the Oil Life Index
feature, see “oil
Life Indicator” in the Index.
What to Do with Used Oil
Did you know that used engine oil contains certain
elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could
even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay
on your skin
for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and
water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash
;or properly throw
away clothing
or rags containing used engine oil. (See
the manufacturer’s warnings about the use
and disposal
of oil products.)
Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure to drain
all free-flowing oil
from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever dispose of oil
by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into
sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead,
recycle
it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If
you have a problem properly disposing
of your used oil,
ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling
center for help.
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