1998 CADILLAC ELDORADO check engine

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Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on
interior glass.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear
window, since they may have to be scraped
off later. If
abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should not be attached across the
defogger grid.
Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield and Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer,
or if the wiper blade chatters when running,
wax, sap or other material may be
on the blade
or windshield.
Clean the outside of
the windshield with GM Windshield
Cleaner, Bon
Ami@ Powder (non-scratching glass
cleaning powder),
GM Part No. 105001.1. The windshield
is clean
if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Grime from
the windshield
will stick to the wiper blades
and atfat their performance. Clean the blade
by wiping
vigorously
with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield
washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water.
Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary;
replace blades that look worn.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least
every six months. During very cold, damp weather
more frequent application may be required. (See
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the
Maintenance Schedule booklet.)
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth
of color, gloss retention and durability.
Washing Your Vehicle
The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to
keep it clean by washing it often
with lukewarm or
cold water.
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CODE A MODEL YEAR PLANT
This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on
a plate in the front comer of the instrument panel. on the
driver‘s side. You can see
it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VTN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This
code will help you identify your engine. specifications
and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identification Label
You‘ll find this label on the rear wall of the trunk on
the passenger’s side. It’s very helpful if you ever need
to order parts.
On this label is:
0 your VIN,
the model designation,
paint information and
a list of all production options and
Be sure that this label
is not removed from
special
equipment.
Electrical System
Add-on Electrical Equipment
the vehicle.
I NOTICE:
Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment
can keep other components
from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see “Servicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle” in the Index.
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The headlamp wiring has an individual fuse which is
powered by a MaxiFuse@. An electrical overload
will cause the lamps to
go on and off, or in some
cases
to remain off. If this happens, have the headlamp
wiring checked right away.
MaxiFuse is a registered trademark
of Little
Fuse Incorporated.
Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is powered by a MaxiFuse.
If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the
wipers will stop until the
motor cools. If the overload
is caused
by some electrical problem, be sure to have
it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other
power accessories. When the current load is
too heavy,
the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the
circuit until the problem
is fixed or goes away.
MaxiFusesmelay Center
The MaxiFuses and relays are located next to the engine
compartment fuse block
on the driver's side of the
engine. To access the compartment fuse block, remove
the shroud, cover.
If a MaxiFuse should blow, have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately.
RELAY CENTER IDENTIFICATION
(WINDOWS)
RELAY
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The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling oui
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,
or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 CADILLAC
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL
PRICE: $90.00
TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments and specifications for the
1998 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
RETAIL
SELL PRICE: $40.00
SERVICE BULLETINS
Service Bulletins give technical service information needed
to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Each bulletin contains instructions to assist
in the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON
THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO:
Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance
Schedule for
all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a
Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and
Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 5.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 0.00
CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past
model GM vehicles.
To request an order form, please
specify year and model name of the vehicle.
OR ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356
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Exterior Lighting
............................. 2-42
Inadvertent Power
............................ 2-43
BBB Auto Line
................................ 7-1 1
Better Business Bureau Mediation .................. 7-1 1
Blizzard ...................................... 4-28
Brake Adjustment
.................................. 6-30
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-28
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-31
System Warning Light
......................... 2-62
Trailer
...................................... 4-36
Transaxle Shift Interlock
....................... 2-28
Brake Vacuum Problem Message
.................. 2-72
Brakes, Anti-Lock
............................... 4-7
Braking
........................................ 4-6
Braking in Emergencies .......................... 4- 10
Break-In, New Vehicle
.......................... 2-17
Brightness Control
.............................. 2-42
Bulb Replacement
.............................. 6-32
Fluid
....................................... 6-28
Parlung
..................................... 2-25
PedalTravel
................................. 6-30
Wear
....................................... 6-30
BTSI ......................................... 2-2 8
Capacities and Specifications
.................... 6-64
Carbon Monoxide
.................... 2.29.4.29. 4.35
Cassette Tape Player .................. 3- 12. 3. 15. 3.24
Cassette Tape Player Care
........................ 3-35 Cellular Telephone
.............................. 2-5 1
Center Console Storage Area ...................... 2-49
Center Passenger Position
........................ 1-29
Central Door Unlocking System
.................... 2-4
Certification Label
.............................. 4-30
Chains. Safety
................................. 4-35
Chains.Tire
................................... 6-46
Change Engine Oil Message ...................... 2-72
Change Trans Fluid Message
...................... 2-72
Changing
a Flat Tire ............................. 5-24
Charging System Indicator Light
................... 2-62
Check Brake Fluid Level Message
................. 2-73
Check Coolant Level Message
..................... 2-73
Check Fuel Gage Message
........................ 2-73
Check
Gas Cap Message ......................... 2-73
Check Oil Level Message
........................ 2-73
Check Washer Fluid Message
..................... 2-73
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp
Bulb Replacement .... 6-36
Checking Your Restraint Systems
.................. 1-48
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-53
Child Restraints
................................ 1-33
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........... 1-39
Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position
.......... 1-41
Securing
in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-43
TopStrap
................................... 1-38
WheretoPut
................................ 1-37
CHMSL
...................................... 6-36
Chrome Wheels. Cleaning
........................ 6-52
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-50
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-58
Cleaner. Air ................................... 6-15
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Driver Information Center Messages
................ 2-7 1
Driver's Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror ..... 2-48
DriverPosition
................................. 1-12
Driving
City
........................................ 4-20
Defensive
.................................... 4-2
Drunken
..................................... 4-3
Freeway
.................................... 4-21
InaBlizzard
................................. 4-28
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5
In the Rain .................................. 4-18
On Curves
.................................. 4- 1 1
On Grades While Towing a Trailer ............... 4-37
On Hill and Mountain Roads
.................... 4-24
On Snow and Ice
............................. 4-26
Night
...................................... 4-16
Throughwater ............................... 4-20
WetRoads
.................................. 4-18
Winter ...................................... 4-25 With a Trailer ................................ 4-36
DRL ......................................... 2-40
DrunkenDriving
................................ 4-3
Dual Temperature Control
......................... 3-2
Ecc ......................................... 3-2
Electrical Equipment . Adding ........... 2.20. 3.35. 6-55
Electrical System ............................... 6-55
Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror ..... 2.44. 2-45
Electrcnic Climate Control
........................ 3-2
Electronic Level Control ......................... 4-3 I
Electronic Solar Sensor ........................... 3-6
Engine ....................................... 6-10
Compartment Fuse Block ....................... 6-59
Coolant
................................ 6-22, 6-23
Coolant Heater ............................... 2-20
Coolant Hot-Idle Engine Message ................ 2-74
Coolant Temperature Gage
..................... 2-65
Coolant Temperature Wdming Light .............. 2-65
Exhaust ..................................... 3-29
Hot
-- A/C Off Message ....................... 2-74
Identification
................................ 6-55
Misfire
-- Ease Off Gas Pedal Message ........... 2-74
Overheated
. Stop Engine Message ................ 2-74
Overheating ................................. 5-15
Power Reduced Message ....................... 2-74
Running While Parked
......................... 2-30
Specifications
................................ 6-64
Starting Your ................................ 2-19
Engineoil
..................................... 6-11
Adding ..................................... 6-12
Additives
................................... 6-14
Checking ................................... 6-12
Used ....................................... 6-15
What Kind
of Oil to Use ....................... 6-13
Whentochange .............................. 6-14
EnglisNMetric Display .......................... 2-59
Ethanol ........................................ 6-4
Exhaust, Engine
................................ 2-29
Engine
Speed Limiter
............................ 2-60
Express-Down Window .......................... 2-31
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
.................... 2-42
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FanButton
..................................... 3-2
Filling Your Tank
................................ 6-5
Filter.Air
..................................... 6-15
Finish Care
.................................... 6-5 1
Finish Damage ................................. 6-52
First Gear. Automatic Transaxle
................... 2-24
Flash-To-Pass Feature ........................... 2-33
Flat Tire. Changing
............................. 5-23
Floor Mats .................................... 2-52
Fluid Capacities ................................ 6-64
FogLamps
.................................... 2-41
Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-5
French Language Manual 11
Front Towing .............................. 5-9.5-1 1
Fuel .......................................... 6- 3
Data Display ................................. 2-69
Door Lock Release ............................. 6-6
Filling Your Tank
.............................. 6-5
Gage
....................................... 2-69
In Foreign Countries
........................... 6-5
Level Low Message ........................... 2-74
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-58
Flashers . Hazard Warning ......................... 5-2
.. ...........................
Front Turn Signal Lamps . Bulb Replacement ......... 6-35
Gages
Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 2-65
Fuel
....................................... 2-69
Speedometer
................................. 2-59
Tachometer .................................. 2-60 GarmentHooks
................................ 2-51
Gear
Positions . Automatic Transaxle ................ 3-21
GloveBox .................................... 2-49
Gold Key Courtesy Transportation .................. 7-8
Gross Axle Weight Rating
........................ 4-30
Gross Vehicle Weight Ratlng ...................... 4-30
Guide en Franpis ................................. 11 ..
GVWR ....................................... 4-30
GAWR
....................................... 4-30
Halogen Bulbs
................................ 6-32
Handles
. Assist ................................. 2-51
Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 5-2
Head Restraints ................................. 1-5
Headlamps .................................... 2-39
Bulb Replacement
............................ 6-32
HighLow
Beam Changer ...................... 2-33
On Reminder
................................ 2-40
Wiper Activated
.............................. 2-39
Headlamps Suggested
Message .................... 2-74
Wiring
..................................... 6-56
Hearing
. Damage ............................... 3-35
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 7-4
Heating ........................................ 3-6
Heatedseats
.................................... 1-4
High-Beam Headlamps
.......................... 2-33
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-23
Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-24
Hitches, Trailer
................................. 4-35
Hood Checking Things Under
......................... 6-8
Release
...................................... 6-9