1997 CADILLAC ELDORADO ignition

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 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 MPG
AVG, MPG INST, GAL FUEL USED,
AVG MPH, ENGINE
RPM, BATTERY VOLTS,
COOLANT TEMP and
OIL LIFE LEFT.
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 OFF
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,
MPG INST, GAL 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.
MPG AVG (Reset): Press the INFORMATION button
to display the MPG
AVG (Average Fuel Economy), then
press and hold the
IRESET button until 0.0 MPG AVG
is displayed.
FUEL USED (Reset): Press the INFORMATION
button to display the
GAL FUEL USED on the DIC,
then press and hold the
RESET button until 0.0 GAL
FUEL USED is displayed.
AVG MPH (Reset): Press the INFORMATION button
to display the AVG
MPH (Average Speed), 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. (This only needs to be reset after you have
had the oil changed.)

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TRIP RESET By using this button, you can tell how
far you’ve gone since you last set the TRIP RESET 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).
INFO RESET: Pressing this button will reset the MPG
AVG, GAL FUEL USED, AVG MPH, TIMER, OIL
LIFE LEFT and ENGLISHMETRIC RESET. Pressing
INFO 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 QK message will appear.
MPG AVG (Reset): Press the INFO button to display
the
MPG AVG (Average Fuel Economy), then press and
hold the
INFO RESET button until 0.0 MPG AVG
is displayed.
GAL FUEL USED (Reset): Press the INFO button to
display the
GAL FUEL USED on the DIC, then press
and hold the
INFO RESET button until 0.0 GAL FUEL
USED is displayed.
AVG MPH (Reset): Press the INFO button to display
the AVG MPH (Average Speed), then press and hold the
INFO RESET button until 0.0 AVG MPH is displayed.
TIMER: lhs 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 INFO button to display TIMER.
Each of the fields for the hours, minutes and seconds are
two numeric digits.
Once TIMER OFF O0:OO:OO is displayed, press the
INFO RESET button to start the timing feature. Press
the
INFO RESET 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 INFO FESET button until the
display reads
TIMER 0O:OO:OO. Press the INFO button
to exit from the
TIMER function.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 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.
CHECK COOLANT LEVEL - 02: This message will
appear when there is a low level of engi.ne 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 (digital clusters only).
A single chime will also sound when this message
is displayed.
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 km/h).

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE ENGINE - 44:
This message will appear when the engine coolant
temperature is over
248 OF (1 26 O C). To avoid added
strain
on a hot engine, turn off the climate control system.
Stop and allow your vehcle 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.
ENGINE MISFIRE -- EASE OFF GAS
PEDAL - 1114: An engine misfire has occurred.
You’ll need to ease
off the gas pedal.
FUEL LEVEE LOW - 11: This message serves as a
warning that the
fuel level in the tank is critically low.
Stop for fuel soon.
ICE POSSIBLE - 13: This message appears when
the outside air temperature
is cold enough to create icy
road conditions.
HEADLAMBS SUGGESTED - 23: If it’s dark enough
outside and the twilight sentinel control is
off, a
FEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will display on the
DIC. This message informs the driver that turning on the
exterior
lamps is recommended even though the DRL are
still illuminated. (It has become dark enough outside to
require the headlamps and/or other exterior lamps.)
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.
FASS 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.
IREMOVE 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

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 2 MINUTES, WAIT 1 MINUTE and then STAKT 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 air conditioning and heating
systems
are no longer working. Have the climate control
system serviced if you notice a drop in heating and air
conditioning 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.
SERVICE BRAKE FLUID SWITCH - 37: A defect
in the brake fluid detection circuit causes this message
to display
if the ignition is in the RUN position. Have
the brake system serviced by a Cadillac technician as
soon as possible. If the brake warning light is on, refer
to the directions listed in that part.
SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM - 102: This
message will display when a problem
with the charging system
has been detected. Have your vehicle serviced at
your Cadillac dealership.
SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - 106: This
message will display if
an electrical problem has
occurred within the PCM. Have your vehicle serviced
by your Cadillac dealership.
SERVICE EMISSIONS SYSTEM - 104: A problem in
the emission5 system has occurred when this message
appears. Have your Cadillac dealershp service your vehicle.
SERVICE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM - 103: A
problem within the engine cooling system has been
detected when this message displays. See your Cadillac
dealership for service.
SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM - 101: The PCM has
detected
a problem withm the fuel system when this
message appears. See your Cadillac dealership for service.
SERVICE IDLE CONTROL SYSTEM - 187: A
problem with the idle control has occurred when this
message displays.
Bring your vehicle to your Cadillac
dealership for service.
SERVICE IGNITION SYSTEM - 105: This message
displays when
a failure in the ignition system has
been detected. Have your vehicle serviced by your
Cadillac dealership.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SERVICE RIDE CONTROL - 84: This message is
displayed to indicate that the suspension system is not
operating properly.
To correct this problem, have your
vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership.
SERVICE STEERING SYSTEM - 127: This message
is displayed when
a problem has been detected in the
MAGNASTEER” variable effort steering system.
Service is required.
A single chime will also sound when
this message is displayed.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION - 100: If a problem is
detected with the transaxle, this message will appear.
Have your vehicle checked by your Cadillac dealership.
SPEED SENSOR FAULT - 109: A circuit problem with
the vehicle speed sensor will trigger
this message to appear.
Wave your Cadillac dealership service
your vehicle.
STABILITY ENGAGED - 55: If you have the Eldorado
Touring Coupe (ETC), you may see the
STABILlTY
ENGAGED message on the Driver Information Center. It
means that
an advanced, computer-controlled system has
come on to help your Caddlac continue to
go in the
direction in which you’re steering. This stability
enhancement system activates when
the computer senses
that your Cadillac is just starting to spin,
as it might if you
hit a patch of ice or other slippery spot on the road. When
the system is on, you may hear a noise
or feel a vibration
in the brake pedal. This is normal. When the
STABILITY ENGAGED message is on,
you
should continue
to steer in the direction you want to go.
The system is designed
to help you in bad weather or
other difficult driving situations by malung the most of
whatever road conditions will perrnit. If the STABILITY
ENGAGED message comes on, you’ll know that
something has caused your Cadillac to start to spin,
so
you should consider slowing down.
STABILITY REDUCED - 54: If you ever see the
STABILITY REDUCED message, it means there may
be a problem with your stability enhancement system.
If you see this message, try to reset the system (stop;
turn
off the engine; then start the engine again). If the
STABILITY REDUCED message still comes on,
however, it means there is a problem, so you should
see your Cadillac dealer for service.
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 DIC to display WAIT 3 MINUTES.
The instrument panel cluster will then run a timer and
change
the messages to WAIT 2 MINUTES, WAIT

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 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
message appears on the DIC (between five and
20 seconds).
TRANSMISSION HOT - 112: This messages indicates
that the transaxle fluid in your vehicle is too hot. Stop
and allow your vehicle to idle until it cools down or
until this message is removed.
TRUNK OPEN - 24: This message indicates that the
trunk is open when the ignition
is in RUN.
TURN SIGNAL ON - 20: This message is a reminder,
after driving about
a mile, that you have the turn signal
on.
A multiple chime will also sound when this message
is displayed.
VEHICLE SPEED LIMITED TO XXX MPH
(KM/N) - 113: A failure in the suspension control
system has occurred when this message appears. The
PCM determines the speed your vehicle is limited to.
Have your Cadillac serviced if this message appears.
WRY LOW REFRIGERANT A/C COMPRESSOR
OFF - 12: This message means that the air conditioning
system detects a refrigerant level that is low enough to
cause damage to the air conditioning compressor.
To avoid darnage, the air conditioning compressor
automatically turns
off and the Electronic Climate
Control will automatically switch from
AUTO to ECON
and remain there. Have the air conditioning system
serviced if this message appears.
The
CV-RTD automatically adjusts the ride of your
vehicle. Automatic ride control
is achieved through a
computer used to control
and monitor the suspension
system.
The controller receives inputs from various
sensors to determine the proper system response. If the
controller detects a problem within the system, the
DIC
will display a SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message. If
this message appears, have your vehicle serviced at
your
CadilIac dealership.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine With the automatic 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 aifflow 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 air conditioning outlets (AC mode) to
maintain comfort and prevent stuffiness.
If your vehicle is sitting out on a hot day and you have it
set on
AUTO, the air will first flow out the floor air
outlets for a few seconds. That is normal. This is to
expel
hot air from the air outlets. As the air is cooled,
the airflow will move through
the air conditioning
outlets. If you start your vehicle with the
fan setting on
HI,
it will skip the air conditioning purge.
To avoid blowing cold
air in cold weather, the system will
delay
turning on the fan until warm air is available. The
length of delay depends on the outside
air temperature,
engine coolant temperature
or the time since the engine
was last started. As the coolant warms up, the blower fan
speed will gradually increase and air will flow from the
heater outlets, with some airflow to
the windshield to
prevent fogging under most normal conditions.
If you leave your vehicle, the system will remember the
control setting the next time you
start your engine,
except
for recirculation and defrost. Each ignition cycle
cancels recirculation, whereas,
DEFROST will change
to automatic operation when
the ignition is shut off and
then turned
back on.
You may manually adjust
the air delivery mode or
fan speed.
/.I AC: This setting directs airflow through the
middle instrument panel outlets.
'/J BI-LEVEL: This setting directs air into your
vehicle in two ways. Cool air is directed to the upper
portion
of your body through the four instrument panel
outlets while warmed
air is directed to the floor.
'fl HEATER/DEFROSE This setting directs air to
the floor outlets and toward the windshield.
1/J HEATER: This setting directs warmed air
through the
floor outlets. Some warm air is diverted to
the windshield to minimize fogging.
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