
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If so, be  sure  to fuel your  vehicle  with  quality  fuel  (see 
“Fuel” 
in the  Index).  Poor  fuel  quality  will  cause  your 
engine  not  to  run  as  efficiently  as  designed. 
You may 
notice  this  as  stalling  after  start-up,  stalling  when  you 
put  the  vehicle  into  gear,  misfiring,  hesitation  on  acceleration  or  stumbling  on  acceleration.  (These 
conditions  may  go  away  once  the  engine  is warmed  up.) 
This  will  be  detected  by  the system  and  cause  the  light 
to  turn  on. 
If  you  experience  one  or  more  of these  conditions, 
change  the  fuel  brand  you  use.  It  will  require  at  least  one 
full  tank 
of the  proper  fuel to  turn  the  light off. 
If none  of the  above  steps  have  made  the  light  turn off, 
have  your  dealer  or  qualified  service  center  check  the 
vehicle. 
Your dealer  has  the  proper  test  equipment  and 
diagnostic  tools  to  fix  any  mechanical 
or electrical 
problems  that  may  have  developed. 
Oil Pressure Light 
This  light  tells  you if there 
could  be  a  problem  with 
your  engine  oil  pressure. 
The  light  goes  on  when  you  turn  your  key  to 
ON or 
START.  It  goes 
off once  you  start  your  engine.  That’s a 
check  to  be  sure  the  light  works.  If  it doesn’t  come  on, 
be  sure  to  have  it fixed 
so it will be  there  to warn you if 
something  goes  wrong. 
When  the  light 
comes on  and stuys on, it  means 
that  oil isn’t  flowing  through  your  engine  properly. 
You 
could  be  low  on  oil  and  you  might  have  some  other 
system  problem. 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine A CAUTION: 
Don’t  keep driving if the oil pressure  is low. If 
you  do, your  engine  can become so hot that  it 
catches  fire. You or others  could  be  burned. 
Check  your oil as soon  as possible  and have  your 
vehicle  serviced. 
I NOTICE: 
Damage  to your  engine  from neglected  oil 
problems  can be costly  and 
is not  covered  by 
your warranty. 
Security Light 
SECURITY 
For  information  regarding  this  light,  see 
“Theft-Deterrent  System” 
in  the  Index. 
Fog Lamp Light (STS Only) 
This  light  will  come on 
when  the  fog  lamp  button 
is  pressed.  For  more 
information  about  the  fog 
lamps,  see  “Fog 
Lamps” in 
the  Index. 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ENGINE MISFIRE -- EASE OFF GAS 
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 The exit  speed  is  usually  posted. 
Reduce  your  speed  according  to  your  speedometer,  not 
to  your  sense  of motion.  After  driving  for any  distance 
at  higher  speeds,  you  may  tend  to think  you  are  going 
slower 
than you  actually  are. 
Before  Leaving  on  a Long  Trip 
Make  sure  you’re  ready.  Try  to  be  well  rested.  If  you 
must  start when  you’re  not  fresh 
-- such  as  after  a  day’s 
work 
-- don’t  plan  to  make  too many  miles  that  first part 
of  the  journey.  Wear comfortable  clothing  and  shoes 
you 
can  easily  drive  in. 
Is your  vehicle  ready  for a  long  trip? If you  keep  it 
serviced  and  maintained,  it’s  ready  to go.  If it needs 
service,  have  it done  before  starting  out.  Of course, 
you’ll  find  experienced  and  able  service  experts  in 
Cadillac  dealerships  all  across  North  America.  They’ll 
be  ready  and  willing  to  help  if  you  need  it, 
Here  are  some  things  you  can  check  before  a  trip: 
0 Windshield  Washer  Fluid: Is  the  reservoir  full? Are 
all  windows  clean  inside  and  outside? 
0 Wiper Blades: Are  they  in  good  shape? 
0 Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have  you  checked 
all  levels? 
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Lamps: Are  they  all  working?  Are  the  lenses  clean? 
Tires: They  are  vitally  important  to  a  safe, 
trouble-free  trip. 
Is the  tread  good  enough  for 
long-distance  driving? 
Are the  tires  all  inflated to the 
recommended  pressure? 
Weather  Forecasts: What’s  the  weather  outlook 
along  your  route?  Should  you  delay  your  trip  a  short 
time  to  avoid  a  major  storm  system? 
Maps: Do you  have  up-to-date  maps? 
Highway  Hypnosis 
Is there  actually  such  a  condition  as  “highway  hypnosis”? 
Or is  it  just  plain  falling  asleep  at  the wheel?  Call  it 
highway  hypnosis,  lack 
of awareness, or whatever. 
There  is  something  about 
an easy  stretch of road  with  the 
same  scenery,  along  with  the  hum  of  the  tires  on  the  road, 
the  drone  of  the  engine,  and  the  rush  of  the  wind  against 
the  vehicle  that  can  make  you  sleepy.  Don’t  let  it  happen 
to  you!  If  it  does,  your  vehicle  can  leave  the  road  in 
less 
than 
a second, and  you  could  crash  and  be  injured. 
What  can  you  do  about  highway  hypnosis?  First,  be  aware  that  it  can  happen.   

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Memory  and  Personalization  Features ............... 2-75 
Memory  Seat.  Mirrors  and  Steering  Column 
........... 1-3 
Methanol 
@ ...................................... 6-4 
MiniDisc@  Player  Errors 
.................... 3-  19,  3-37 
MiniDisc  Player 
......................... 3-16,  3-29 
Mirrors 
....................................... 2-46 
Convex  Outside 
.............................. 2-50 
Curbview  Assist 
.............................. 2-51 
Heated 
..................................... 2-50 
Illuminated  Visor  Vanity 
....................... 2-54 
Memory  Seat and  Mirrors 
....................... 1-3 
Power  Remote  Control 
......................... 2-50 
MMT 
......................................... 6-4 
Model  Reference 
11 
MountainRoads ................................ 4-23 
Multifunction  Lever 
............................. 2-33 
Driver’s  Outside  Auto-Dimming  Rearview 
......... 2-50 
.. .................................. 
Net, 
Convenience .............................. 2-52 
Neutral,  Automatic  Transaxle 
..................... 2-22 
New  Vehicle  “Break-In” 
......................... 2-  17 
Nightvision 
................................... 4-16 
Odometer 
.................................... 2-63 
Odometer,  Trip 
................................. 2-63 
Off-RoadRecovery 
............................. 4-12 
Oil,  Engine 
.................................... 6-11 
Oil  Level,  Check  Message 
........................ 2-84 
Oil  Life  Indicator 
............................... 2-89 
Oil  Life  Indicator,  How  to  Reset 
................... 6-15 
Oil  Pressure  Light 
.............................. 2-72 
Oil  Pressure  Low Stop  Engine  Message 
............. 2-85  OnStar  System 
................................. 2-54 
Overdrive.  Automatic  Transaxle 
................... 2-23 
Overheating  Engine 
............................. 5-15 
Owner  Publications.  Ordering 
........... 7.13.  7.  14.  7.15 
Paint  Spotting.  Chemical 
........................ 6-56 
PARK 
(P) 
Overheated  Engine  Protection  Operating  Mode ....... 5-15 
ParadeDimming 
............................... 2-45 
Automatic  Transaxle 
.......................... 2-21 
Shifting  Into 
................................. 2-26 
Shifting  Out  of 
............................... 2-28 
AtNight 
.................................... 2-14 
Brake 
...................................... 2-25 
Brake  Indicator  Light 
.......................... 2-67 
Lots 
....................................... 2-14 
Over  Things  That  Burn 
........................ 2-29 
With  a  Trailer 
................................ 4-37 
Passenger  Compartment  Air  Filter 
................... 3-9 
Passenger  Door  Ajar  Message 
..................... 2-85 
Passing 
...................................... 4-13 
PASS-Key  III 
................................ 2-16 
Power 
Accessory,  Retained 
........................... 2-18 
DoorLocks 
................................... 2-5 
Remote  Control  Mirror 
........................ 2-50 
Seat 
......................................... 1-2 
Steering 
.................................... 4-10 
Steering  Fluid 
................................ 6-26 
Windows 
................................... 2-31 
Windows  and  Other  Power  Options 
............... 6-59 
Parking 
Passenger’s  Side  Temperature  Knob 
................. 3-3