
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Once  TIMER 0O:OO:OO is  displayed,  press  the ON/OFF 
button  to  start the timing  feature.  Press  the  ON/OFF 
button  again  to  stop  it.  If  you  will be  starting  and 
stopping  your  vehicle,  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  RESET  button  until  the  display  reads  TIMER 
0O:OO:OO. Press  the  INFO  button to exit  from  the 
TIMER  function. 
ENGINE  OIL LIFE  (Reset): Press  the  INFO  button  to 
display  the ENGINE  OIL  LIFE,  then  press  and  hold 
the 
INFO RESET  button  until 100% ENGINE  OIL  LIFE is 
displayed.  (This  only  needs  to  be  reset  after  you  have 
had  the  oil  changed.) 
Transmission  Fluid Life Monitor: Under  normal 
conditions,  the  rate  of deterioration 
of the  transmission 
fluid  is slow.  See  the  Maintenance  Schedule  booklet  for 
proper  fluid  and  change  intervals.  Press  the  INFO  button 
to  display  the  TRANS  FLUID  LEFT,  then  press  and 
hold  the  INFO  RESET  button  until 
100% TRANS 
FLUID  LEFT  is  displayed.  (This  only  needs  to  be  reset  after  you  have  had  the  fluid  changed.) 
Driver  Information  Center  Messages 
These  messages  will  appear  if  there  is  a  problem  sensed 
in  one  of your  vehicle’s  systems.  Vehicles  that 
are first 
sold  in Canada  will  have  a  number  after  each  message. 
This  number  helps  to  identify  the  message  which  is  only 
displayed  in English. 
BATTERY  NOT  CHARGING - 7: This  message  will 
appear  if  the  battery  is  not  being  charged.  Have  the 
electrical  system  checked  by  your  dealership  at  your 
earliest  convenience. 
BATTERY  SAVER  ACTIVE - 27: This  message is 
displayed  when  the  vehicle  has  detected  that  the  battery 
voltage  is  dropping  beyond  a  reasonable  point.  The 
battery  saver  system  will  start reducing  certain  features 
of  the  vehicle  that  you  may  not  be  able  to notice.  At  the 
point  that  features  are  disabled,  this  message  is  displayed.  It is  used  to  convey  that  the vehicle  is trying 
to  save  the  charge  in  the  battery.  Turn 
off unnecessary 
accessories  to  allow  the  battery  to  recharge. 
ENGMET: Press this button  to  display  information  in 
the  English  (miles)  or metric  (kilometers)  system. 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM - 34: This  message 
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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1998 CADILLAC  SERVICE  PUBLICATIONS  ORDERING  INFORMATION 
The  following  publications  covering  the  operation  and  servicing of  your  vehicle  can  be  purchased  by  filling out 
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,  Ownerk 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*551-4123 
Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM  Eastern Tme 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Traction Control  System 
................................ 4-8 
Control  System  Warning  Light 
.............. 2.68.  4.9 
EngagedMessage 
............................. 2-88 
OffMessage 
................................. 2-88 
ReadyMessage 
.............................. 2-88 
Suspended  Message 
........................... 2-88 
Brakes 
..................................... 4-35 
DrivingonGrades 
............................ 4-37 
Drivingwith 
................................. 4-35 
Hitches 
..................................... 4-34 
Maintenance  When  Towing 
..................... 4-38 
PxkingonHills 
.............................. 4-37 
SafetyChains 
................................ 4-35 
Tongueweight 
............................... 4-33 
Total  Weight  on  Tires 
.......................... 4-34 
Towing 
..................................... 4-31 
Weight 
..................................... 4-33 
Trailer 
Turnsignals 
................................. 4-37 
Transaxle  Fluid.  Automatic 
....................... 6-  19 
Transmission  Hot  Message 
....................... 2-88 
Transmitter.  Universal 
........................... 2-56 
Transmitters.  Remote  Keyless 
Entry ................. 2-7 
Transportation.  Gold  Key  Courtesy 
.................. 7-8 
Trip  Odometer 
................................. 2-63 
TrUnk  Lid  Tie  Down 
................................ 2-11 
Lock  Release 
................................ 2-  11 
OpenMessage 
............................... 2-88 
Storage  System 
............................... 2-12  TTYUsers 
..................................... 7-4 
Turn  and  Lane  Change  Signals 
.................... 2-33 
TurnSignalOnChime 
........................... 2-33 
Turn  Signal  On  Message 
.................... 2.33.  2.88 
Turn  SignaVMultifunction  Lever 
................... 2-33 
Twilight  Sentinel 
............................... 2-42 
Turn  Signals  When  Towing  a  Trailer 
................ 4-37 
Underbody  Maintenance 
........................ 6-56 
UnderhoodLamp 
............................... 6-11 
Universal  Transmitter 
............................ 2-56 
Valet  Lock 
................................... 2-16 
Vehicle 
Control 
...................................... 4-6 
Damage  Warnings 
.............................. iv 
Dimensions 
................................. 6-66 
Identification  Number 
......................... 6-58 
Loading 
.................................... 4-29 
Storage 
..................................... 6-33 
Vehicle  Speed  Limiter 
........................... 2-64 
Ventilation  System 
............................... 3-8 
Visors.  Sun 
.................................... 2-53 
warning  Devices 
............................... 5-3 
Warranty  Information 
............................ 7-12 
Washer  Fluid.  Windshield 
................... 2.36.  6.26 
Washing 
Your Vehicle ........................... 6-54 
Warning  Lights.  Gages  and  Indicators 
............... 2-64 
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