1997 CADILLAC CATERA Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Slide the lock lever down to
lock the
door from the
inside.
To unlock the door,
slide the lock lever
up.
Central Door Unlocking System
When unlocking the driver's door, you can also unlock
the other doors, including the fuel door,
by holding the
key
in a turned position for several seconds (turn the key
counterclockwise). Pressing the unlock button on the
RKE transmitter twice in a row will also open the
other doors.
Power Door Locks
Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all of
the doors at once.
Automatic Door Locks
Close the doors and turn on the ignition. Every time you
move the
shift lever out of PARK (P), all of the doors will
lock. The doors will unlock every time you stop the vehicle
and move the shift lever into PARK (P). If someone needs
to get out while your vehicle is not
in PARK (P), have that
person use the manual
or power lock. When the door is
closed again, it
will not lock automatically. Use the manual
or power lock
to lock the door again.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Each RKE transmitter supplied with your vehicle can be
programmed to suit each driver’s door lock preference.
The two RKE transmitters are identified on the back
with either a
“I” or a “2”, which allows either driver to
program their own door locks.
With
RKE, the automatic door locks can be programmed
to lock when the shift lever
is moved out of PARK (P)
and unlock when the shift lever
is moved back into
PARK (P). The door locks can also be programmed to
remain locked whether or not the shift lever
is returned
to the PARK (P) position.
With the ignition on, the transmission in PARK
(P)
and the brake pedal pressed in, you are now ready to
begin programming.
To enable the doors to lock when shifting out of PARK (P)
and to unlock when shifting back into
PARK (P), press
the lock button on
the RKE transmitter four times within
five seconds.
To disable the door unlock feature when shifting back
into PARK (P), press the unlock button on the
RKE
transmitter four times within five seconds. The doors
will lock when the shift lever is moved out of
PARK (P)
and will remain locked when the shift lever is moved
back into
PARK (P).
Keep
in mind that pressing the lock or unlock buttons on
the
RKE transmitter several times in a row (about 12
times) may cause the vehicle’s system to lock you out. If
this happens, wait about
30 seconds before trying to
enter your vehicle again.
Rear Door Security Lock
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Your Catera is equipped
with rear door security
locks that help prevent
passengers from opening
the rear door of your
vehicle from the inside.
To use this lock:
1. Move the lever on the door all the way down into the
2. Close the door.
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position.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock.
The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from
the inside when this feature
is in use.
When you want to open a rear door when the security
lock is on:
1. Unlock the door from the inside.
2. Then open the door from the outside.
To cancel the rear door lock:
1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the door
from the outside.
2. Move the lever all the why Bp.
3. Do the same for the other rear door.
The rear door locks will now work normally.
Anti-Lockout Feature
Leaving your key in any ignition position with any
door open will disable the use
of the power door lock
switches.
If you close the door, you can lock it using the
RKE system. It is always recommended that you remove
the ignition key when locking your vehicle.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving your vehicle, open the door, set the
locks from the inside, get out and close the door.
Remote Keyless Entry System (RKE)
With this feature, you can
lock and unlock the doors,
open the trunk, unlock the
fuel door and
turn on your
vehicle’s interior lamps
using the remote keyless
entry transmitter supplied
with your vehicle.
Your remote keyless entry system operates on a radio
frequency subject to Federal Communications
Commission
(FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
Note that the anti-lockout feature can be overridden
by holding the power door lock switch for three seconds
or longer.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with
RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference,
and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation
of the device.
The range of this system is about
10 feet (3 m). At times
you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for
any remote lock control system. If the transmitter does
not work or
if you have to stand closer to your vehicle
for the transmitter to work, try this:
Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy
or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the
left or right,
hold the transmitter higher, and
try again
or a qualified technician for service.
If you’re still having trouble, see your Catera dealer
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an
authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See the instructions that follow.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Operation
When you press this symbol to unlock the
driver’s door, the parking lamps on your vehicle will
blink twice. Pressing it again within five seconds will
unlock the other doors. Pressing this button will also
disarm the optional theft-deterrent system and turn
on
the interior lamps (for approximately 20 seconds).
8 When you press this symbol to lock the doors
(including the fuel door), the parking lamps will blink
once. This also arms the optional theft-deterrent system.
6b Press this symbol to open the trunk.
Press this button to unlock the fuel door.
Note that pressing the transmitter buttons numerous
times (approximately
500 times) out of the vehicle’s
operating range may cause the transmitter not
to work.
Replacing the battery and pressing the transmitter
buttons
10 or more times out of range will also cause the
transmitter not to work.
To reset the transmitter, you
must be within the vehicle’s operating range. Press and
hold the trunk button and, within one second, press the
lock button. Continue to hold both buttons for
approximately three seconds.
See your Catera dealer for
service if your transmitter still doesn’t work properly.
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased through your dealer. Once your dealer has
coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not
unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have only two
transmitters matched to
it.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless
entry transmitter should last about four years.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t
work at the normal range in any location. If you have to
get close
to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
it’s probably time to change the battery.
When replacing the battery, use care not to touch
any
of the circuitry. Static from your body
transferred to these surfaces may damage
the transmitter.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1. Use a coin to pry open the transmitter.
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2. Remove the battery and replace it with a CR2032
battery. Using the wrong size battery can damage the
transmitter. Make sure
the battery is positioned with
the “plus”
(+) facing down.
3. Align the internal pieces of the transmitter, including
the cover. Snap together
to reinstall.

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Trunk Trunk Release
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid
open because carbon monoxide
(CO) gas can
come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell
CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death
If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections must
pass through the seal between the body and the
trunk lid:
0 Make sure all windows are shut.
0 lhrn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
on
AUTO and the temperature between
65°F (18°C) and 85°F (29°C). That will
force outside
air into your vehicle. See
“Comfort Controls’’ in the Index.
0 If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the
way.
See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
To use this feature,
your vehicle must be in
PARK (P). Press the trunk
release button located on the
center console next to the
radio to open the
trunk.
You can also press the trunk button on the RKE
transmitter to access the trunk compartment. Your
Catera doesn’t have
a trunk key lock cylinder.
If your Catera loses power
temporarily, you can
manually open the
trunk
using the trunk release
handle. The handle is
located on the underside
of the trunk lid on the
driver’s side.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine To access, fold down the driver’s side rear seat and
reach through to the trunk compartment to find the
release handle. For more information
on how to fold the
rear seats, see “Folding the Rear Seat” in the Index.
Pulling the handle opens the trunk.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your Catera has a number of theft-deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it
impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves
-- so
don’t do it.
When you park your Catera and open the driver’s door,
you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and
take it with you. Always do this.
Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so will your
ignition and transmission. And remember to lock
the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight.
Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching
your vehicle, it’s best to lock it
up and take your keys.
But what if you have to leave your key? What if you
have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk
0 Lock the glove box.
or glove
box.
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