1997 CADILLAC DEVILLE Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Mirror Settings Time Delay
This feature prevents rapid changing of the mirror from
the night mode to the day mode as you drive under
lights and through traffic.
Reverse Day Mode
The reverse mode is another important feature of the
automatic mirror. When the shift lever
is placed in
REVERSE (R), the mirror changes to the day mode.
This gives you a bright image in the mirror as you
back up.
Cleaning the Photocells
Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the auto-dimming
feature work.
OFF: This setting tur~~~ off the daylight function and
compass. The mirror will stay in the day mode.
M: This turns on the daylnight portion of the mirror to
automatically reduce glare.
C/M: This setting turns on the compass in addition to
the day/night function. The letter or letters displayed in
the top right comer of the mirror indicate the direction
in which you are traveling.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Compass Calibration
Once the comp& is calibrated, it does not need to be
recalibrated.
To calibrate the compass:
1. Set the switch on the mirror control to C/M.
2. Turn the vehicle ignition switch on. The letter C
should be displayed in the mirror compass window.
If not, hold the CAL switch (on the bottom of the
mirror) for more than
10 seconds, and the letter C
will appear. To hold in the CAL switch, insert a
paper clip into the small hole on the bottom
of the
mirror housing. The display will show a number
first, but keep holding until the letter
C appears.
360-degree circle at less than
5 mph (8 km/h) until
the display reads a compass direction. For normal
calibration, drive the vehicle
on your everyday
routine, and the compass will eventually calibrate.
3. For quick calibration, drive the vehicle in a
Compass Variance

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Variance is the difference between magnetic north and
geographic north. In some areas, the difference between
the two can be great enough to cause false compass
readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to set
the variance for your particular location:
1. Find your location on the zone map. Note the
2. Hold in the CAL switch (on the bottom of the mirror
housing) for five seconds until the current zone
entry
number appears in the display. To hold in the CAL
switch, insert a paper clip into the small hole on the
bottom
of the mirror housing.
3. Press the CAL switch until the number for the new
zone entry is displayed.
zone number.
Once the desired zone number is displayed, stop
pressing the
CAL switch and the display will show
compass direction within a few seconds.
Power Remote Control Mirror (Heated)
The control on the driver’s
door armrest operates both
outside rearview mirrors.
Rotate the control
knob
to choose the right or
left mirror.
To adjust the mirror, push the control knob in the
direction you want the mirror to go. Adjust each mirror
so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area
behind your vehicle.
When
you operate the rear window defogger, it also
warms both outside mirrors to help clear them of fog
or ice.
The mirrors can also be programmed for personalization
if you have the optional memory package. For more
information, see “Memory Seat and Mirrors” in
the Index.
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Mirror
(If Equipped)
Only the driver’s side outside mirror will adjust for
the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is
controlled
by the on and off settings on the
electrochromic mirror. See “Electrochromic
Daymight Rearview Mirror” earlier in this section.
Convex Outside Mirror
Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror’s surface
is curved so you can see more from the
driver’s seat.
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A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If
you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
Storage Compartments
Glove Box
The glove box is located in front of the passenger’s seat.
To lock the glove box door, insert the oval key into the
lock cylinder and turn it clockwise. Turn the key
counterclockwise to unlock the door.
Map Pocket
The maphtorage pockets are located on each front door as
well as on the passenger’s and driver’s front seatbacks.
Front Storage Armrest
(DeVille and DeVille d’Elegance Only)
The front storage area comes with a coinholder, a
storage compartment for CDs or tapes and a dual
cupholder that unfolds for use.
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(DeVille Concours Only)
The full console includes a storage compartment for
CDs or tapes, an optional phone, an armrest and a
cupholder. The cupholder can be opened by pressing on
the surface panel located in front
of the armrest. Close
the lid
to secure.
Rear Storage Armrest (If Equipped)
cupholder that unfolds for use. To open, lift the front
edge. This feature
is available on vehicles with leather
interiors only.
Convenience Net
The convenience net is inside the back wall of the trunk.
Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the
net. It can
help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or
quick starts and stops.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear seat armrest The
net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the
which includes an open storage compartment and a dual trunk as far forward as
you can. When not using the net,
hook the
net to the tabs securing it to the sill plate.
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With the full center console (available on DeVille
Concours only), press on the cover, which
is located
below the climate control system, to reveal the front
ashtray.
To clean this ashtray, lift it out by gripping the
sides. For vehicles without the center console, pull the
tray out to reveal the ashtray. The tray is located beneath
the radio.
To clean this ashtray, lift it out by pulling on
the snuffer.
To use the rear ashtray, lift the lid.
NOTICE:
Don’t put papers or other flammable items
into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes
or other
smoking materials could ignite them, causing
a
damaging fire. The cigarette lighter
is located near the ashtray. Press it
all the way in
and release. It will pop back by itself
when it’s ready to light. You may also have
a lighter
located at the rear seat air outlet.
Note that power to the cigarette lighter will shut off
10 minutes after the ignition is turned off. This helps to
prevent battery drainage. For more information, see
“Inadvertent Battery Saver” earlier in this section.
NOTICE:
Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while
it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to
back away from the heating element when it’s
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.

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Swing down the visor to block out glare. It can also be
detached from the center mount and moved to the side
while the auxiliary sunshade remains to block glare
from the front. Pull the front shade from the headliner and position it to your preference.
The driver’s sunshade is also equipped with
a storage
flap that can be used for maps
or toll tickets.
Visor Vanity Mirror (DeVille Only)
This feature is available on the passenger’s side only.
To use, turn the sunshade down and lift the cover to see
the mirror.
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
(If Equipped)
Turn the sunshade down and lift the cover to see the
mirror. Move the slide switch up
or down to brighten or
dim the lamp.
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Mirror (DeVille d’Elegance and DeVille
Concours Only)
Turn the sunshade down and lift the cover to see the
mirror. Move the slide switch up or down to brighten or
dim the lamp.
Cellular Telephone (Option)
Your vehicle has been prewired for dealer installation of
a Cadillac dual-mode (analog/digital) cellular telephone.
A fixed mobile or a portable hand-held system are
available. Either system has steering wheel telephone
controls and information output through the DIC.
Voice activation and hands-free operation are standard
features. For more information, contact your Cadillac
dealer.
A user’s guide is provided with the telephone.
OnStar System (Option)
This system may be ordered if you have the optional
fixed cellular telephone. The following services are
available
24 hours a day:
0 Roadside Service with Location
0 Emergency Services Button
0
0
0
0
Remote Door Unlock
Theft DetectiodNotification and Stolen-Vehicle
Tracking
Automatic Notification of Front
Air Bag Deployment
Concierge/Customer Convenience Services
For more information, contact your Cadillac dealer.
Assist Handles
A folding handle above each door can be used when
getting out of your vehicle.
Umbrella Holder
(DeVille d’Elegance
Only)
The driver’s front seat cushion comes equipped with an
umbrella holder. Gently slide the umbrella into the slot
located under the front portion
of the driver’s seat cushion.
Floor Mats
Your Cadillac is equipped with rubber-backed front and
rear floor mats. Keep them clean by vacuuming and
using a spot cleaner,
if necessary. Do not machine wash.
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