1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CHECK FUEL GAGE - 50: This message will appear
when the fuel supply is less than
5 gallons (1 8.9 L) and
the display is turned off.
A single chime will also sound
when this message is displayed.
CHECK GAS CAP - 61: This message will appear if
the gas cap has not been fully tightened. You should
recheck your gas cap to ensure that it’s fully tightened.
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
a few
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 to indicate that you need washer solvent.
DRIVER DOOR A JAR - 140: This message will
display anytime the key is in
ON and your driver’s door
is open or ajar.
A chime will also sound when the
vehicle’s speed is greater than
3 mph (4.8 km/h).
DRIVER NO. X (1 OR 2) : This message will appear
when the remote keyless entry is used. The message will
show which driver is activating the personalization
feature. It will only stay on for five seconds.
This message will appear when the engine coolant temperature is over
262 OF ( 128 O C). Stop and allow your
vehicle to idle in
PARK (P) until it cools down and the
message is removed.
Do not increase engine speed
above a normal idle.
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 HOT-A/C OFF - 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. When the coolant temperature returns to
normal, the
A/C operation will automatically resume.
You can continue to drive your vehicle.
If this message
continues to appear, have the system repaired as soon as
possible to avoid compressor damage.
ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE - 44:
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PEDAL
- 114: An engine misfire has occurred. You’ll
need to ease
off the gas pedal.
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.
A multiple chime will also sound when this message
is disp1ay.d.
ENGINE POWER REDUCED - 41: This message
informs you that the vehicle is reducing engine power
because the transaxle is being placed in gear under
conditions that may cause damage to the vehicle’s
engine, transaxle or ability to accelerate.
FUEL LEVEL LOW - 11: This message serves as a
warning that the fuel level in the tank is critically low.
Stop for fuel soon.
A single chime will also sound when
this message is displayed.
HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED - 23: If it’s dark enough
outside and the headlamps and twilight sentinel control are
off, a HEADLAMPS 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.
This
message will also appear if the optional rainsense wiping
feature is on and the twilight sentinel is
off.
ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE - 42: This
ICE POSSIBLE - 13: This message appears when
the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy
road conditions.
LEFT REAR DOOR A JAR - 142: The left rear door
is open or ajar when this message appears. The ignition
must be
in the ON position for this message to display.
A chime will also sound when the vehicle’s speed is
greater than
3 mph (4.8 kmh).
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE - 35: If 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.
A multiple chime will also sound when this
message is displayed.
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR - 141: The passenger’s
door
or rear doors are open or ajar when this message
appears. The ignition must be in the
ON position for this
message to display.
A chime will also sound when the
vehicle’s speed
is greater than 3 mph (4.8 km/h).

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine RIGHT REAR DOOR A JAR - 143: The right rear
door is open or ajar when this message appears. The key
must be in the
ON position for this message to display.
A chime will also sound when the vehicle’s speed is
greater than
3 mph (4.8 km/h).
SERVICE “AC” SYSTEM - 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 dealership for service
at once.
SERVICE CHARGING SYS - 102: This message will
display when a problem with the charging system has been
detected. Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership.
SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYS - 106: This message
will display
if an electrical problem has occurred within
the PCM or the ignition switch. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership.
SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM - 101: The PCM has
detected a problem within the fuel system when this
message appears. See your dealership for service.
SERVICE IDLE CONTROL - 107: A problem with
the idle control has occurred when
this message displays.
Take your vehicle to your dealership for service.
SERVICE STABILITY SYS - 54 : If you ever see the
SERVICE STABILITY
SYS 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 SERVICE STABILITY
SYS message still comes on,
it means there is a problem. You should see your dealer
for service. Reduce your speed and drive accordingly.
A single chime will also sound when this message
is displayed.
SERVICE STEERING SYS - 127: This message is
displayed when a problem has been detected in the
Magnasteer
TM variable effort steering system. Service
is required.
SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS - 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 dealership.
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means there is a problem in the Personalized
Automotive Security System (PASS-Key
111). A fault
has been detected in the system which means that the
PASS-Key I11 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.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION - 100: See your dealer
for repair.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON - 3: This message is
displayed when a non-emissions related powertrain
malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle serviced by
a
technician as soon as possible.
SPEED LIMITED TO 90 - 113: A failure in the
suspension control system has occurred when this
message appears. The PCM determines the speed to
which your vehicle is limited. Have your vehicle serviced if this message appears.
STABILITY SYS ENGAGED - 55 : You may see the
STABILITY
SYS ENGAGED message on the Driver
Information Center. It means that an advanced,
computer-controlled system has come on to help your
vehicle continue
to go in the direction in which you’re
steering. This stability enhancement system activates
when the computer senses that your vehicle 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 SYS 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 making the most of
whatever road conditions will permit. If the STABILITY
SYS ENGAGED message comes on, you’ll know that
something has caused your vehicle to start to spin,
so
you should consider slowing down.
STARTING DISABLED REMOVE KEY - 33: This
message will appear when the Personalized Automotive Security System (PASS-Key
111) 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, remove
the key and
try to start the vehicle again. If it still does
not start,
try another ignition key.
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displayed
if the theft system has detected a break-in
attempt while
you were away from your vehicle.
TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF - 111: This message
will appear when the
PCM senses that the maximum
speed for your vehicle has been reached. The speed of
your vehicle will surge as the fuel supply is cutoff. This
allows your vehicle to stay in
a safe tire operating range.
The top speed is set based on the top speed rating of
the tires.
TRACTION ENGAGED - 91 : When your traction
control system is limiting wheel spin, the TRACTION
ENGAGED message will be displayed. Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is displayed,
so
adjust your driving accordingly. This message will stay
on for a few seconds after the traction control system
stops limiting wheel spin.
TRACTION OFF - 89: This message will be displayed
after the traction control has been turned
off by the
button
on the center console.
TRACTION READY - 90: This message informs the
driver that the traction control system
is available. This
occurs when the traction ordoff button on the console has
been returned to ON (pressing the button once turns the
traction control system
off: pressing the button again turns
the system back on). This message will automatically
disappear from the display after five seconds.
TRACTION SUSPENDED - 56: This message
displays when the traction control system has been
temporarily shut off because your vehicle’s brakes have overheated. This message does not indicate a problem
with your vehicle’s traction control system. After a few
minutes, the traction control system will be available
again and the TRACTION
READY message
will appear.
TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE - 112: This message
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 on.
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.
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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 INFO
button several times until ENGINE OIL LIFE appears.
If you see 99% ENGINE OIL LIFE, 99 percent of your
current oil life remains.
The DIC may display a CHANGE ENGINE OIL
message. Always keep a written record of the mileage
and date when
you changed your oil. For more
information, see the Maintenance Schedule booklet. If
you see CHANGE ENGINE OIL, it means the oil life
is
gone and you should change the oil right away. 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. 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.
When the oil is changed, you'll need to reset the system.
To reset, display the Oil Life Indicator by pressing the
INFO button. Then press and hold the INFO RESET
button until the display shows
100% ENGINE
OIL LIFE.
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered w\
ith your vehicle. Be
sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
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Comfort Controls
Climate Control Panel
Air Conditioning
Heating
Defrosting and Defogging
Rear Window Defogger
Ventilation System
HVAC Steering Wheel Controls
Climate Control Personalization (If Equipped)
Audio Systems
Setting the Clock
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
Compact Disc Player
(If Equipped)
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
MiniDisc' Player (If Equipped) AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
Compact Disc Player with Radio Data
Systems (RDS) and Digital Signal Processing
(DSP) (If Equipped)
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
MiniDisc' Player with Radio Data Systems
(RDS) and Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
(If Equipped)
Radio Data Systems
(RDS) Program Type
(PTY) Selections
Console-Mounted
CD Changer (Option)
CD Adapter Kits
Radio Personalization (If Equipped)
Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Understanding Radio Reception
Tips About Your Audio System
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of
Your Compact Discs
Care of Your Compact Disc Player
Diversity Antenna System
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