2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE Owners Manual

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Parade Dimming
This feature prohibits dimming of the digital displays
and backlighting during daylight hours when the key is
in the ignition and the headlamps are on. This feature
operates with the light sensor for the Twilight Sentinel
and is fully automatic. When the light sensor reads
darkness outside and the park lamps are active, the
digital displays can be adjusted by turning the lamp
control knob counterclockwise to dim and clockwise to
brighten lighting.
Reading Lamps
The reading lamps are located on the overhead console
on the ceiling and in the rear door opening. These lamps
come on automatically when any door is opened and it is
dark outside. For manual operation, press the button to
turn them on. Press it again to turn them off.
If the reading lamps are left on, they automatically shut
off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off.
Map Lamps
These lamps are located in the front overhead console.
Press the button to turn them on. Press it again to turn
them off.

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Battery Load Management
The battery load management feature is designed to
monitor the vehicle electrical load and determine when
the battery is in a heavy discharge condition. During
times of high electrical loading, the engine may idle at a
higher RPM setting than normal to make sure the battery
charges. High electrical loads may occur when several
of the following are on: headlamps, high beams, fog
lamps, rear window defogger, high blower fan, heated
seats and engine cooling fans.
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
This feature is designed to protect your vehicle's battery
against drainage from the interior lamps, trunk lamp, glove
box lamp, cigarette lighters or the garage door opener.
When the ignition is turned off, the power to these features
will automatically turn off after 10 minutes (three minutes
if a new car has 15 miles (24 km) or less). Power will be
restored for an additional 10 minutes if any door is
opened, the trunk is opened or the courtesy lamp switch
is turned on.
Mirrors
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror
with Compass (If Equipped)
Your vehicle may have an electrochromic inside
rearview mirror with a compass.
By pressing the MIRROR side of the button located at
the bottom of the mirror, the mirror automatically
darkens to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you.
The mirror also includes an eight
-point compass display
in the upper right corner of the mirror face. When on,
the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle
is driven.

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When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar
material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray
glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the
liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.
Cleaning Photocells
Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the
photocells when necessary.
Mirror Operation
The right side of the button, located at the bottom of the
mirror, turns the electrochromic mirror on and off. To
turn on the automatic dimming feature, press MIRROR.
To turn off automatic dimming, press MIRROR again.
The green indicator light will be illuminated when this
feature is active.Time Delay
The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which
prevents unnecessary changing from night back to the
day position. This delay prevents rapid changing of the
mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic.
Compass Operation
Press COMPASS once to turn the compass on or off.
When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the
compass will show two character boxes for
approximately two seconds. After two seconds, the
mirror will display the compass heading.
Compass Calibration
If after two seconds the display does not show a
compass heading (ªNº for North, for example), there
may be a strong magnetic field with the compass. Such
interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna
mount, magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic
item. If the letter ªCº should ever appear in the compass
window, the mirror needs calibration.
The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways:

Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less
until the display reads a direction, or

Drive the vehicle on your everyday routine.

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Compass Variance
The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory.
It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate
for compass variance if you live outside zone eight.
Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance
cross
-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for
compass variance. Compass variance is the difference
between earth's magnetic north and true geographic
north. If not adjusted to account for compass variance,
your compass could give false readings.
To adjust compass variance.
1. Use the COMPASS button located at the bottom of
the mirror. Press and hold COMPASS until a zone
number appears in the display.
2. Find your current location and variance zone number
on the following zone map.
3. Press the COMPASS button on the bottom of the
mirror until the new zone number appears in the
display. After you stop pressing the button, the
display will show a ªCº and will need recalibration

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Power Remote Control Mirror (Heated)
The control on the driver's
door armrest operates both
outside rearview mirrors.
Press (R) on the control
switch to choose the right
mirror or (L) to choose the
left mirror. The center
switch position is for off
and will not move the
mirrors if touched.
To adjust the mirror, push the control pad in the
direction you want the mirror to go. Adjust each mirror
so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area
behind your vehicle.
When you operate the rear window defogger, it also
warms both outside mirrors to help clear them of fog
or ice.
The mirrors can also be programmed for personalization
if you have the optional memory package. For more
information, see ªMemory Seat and Mirrorsº in
the Index.
Driver's Outside Auto-Dimming
Rearview Mirror
Only the driver's side outside mirror will adjust for the
glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is
controlled by the on and off settings on the
electrochromic mirror. See ªElectrochromic Day/Night
Rearview Mirror with Compassº in the Index.
Curb View Assist Mirror (If Equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with memory mirrors, it will
also be capable of performing the curb view assist
mirror feature. This feature will cause the passenger's
mirror to tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle
is in REVERSE (R). This feature may be useful in
allowing you to view the curb when you are
parallel parking.
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R) and a
five
-second delay has occurred, the passenger's mirror
will return to its original position.
If further adjustment is needed after the mirror is tilted,
the mirror switch may be used.
This feature can be enabled/disabled through the Driver
Information Center.

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Convex Outside Mirror
Your passenger's side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror's surface is curved so you can see more from the
driver's seat.
CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
Storage Compartments
Glove Box
The glove box is located in front of the passenger's seat.
To lock the glove box door, insert the oval key into the
lock cylinder and turn it clockwise. Turn the key
counterclockwise to unlock the door.
Front Storage Area (If Equipped)
The front storage area comes with a coinholder, a
storage compartment for CDs or tapes, an optional
cellular telephone and a dual cupholder.
Map Pocket
The map/storage pockets are located on each front
and rear door trim as well as on the back of both
front seatbacks.
Center Instrument Panel Compartment
For vehicles without the center storage console, the
storage compartment is located in the center of the
instrument panel below the radio. Pull the door out to
reveal the accessory power outlet and storage
compartment. To clean the storage compartment, lift
out while pulling on the sides.
Center Console Storage (If Equipped)
The center console includes a storage tray, storage
compartment for CDs or tapes, a dual cupholder that
unfolds, a coinholder, an optional cellular telephone and
an armrest. The cupholder can be opened by pressing on
the surface panel located in front of the armrest and
unfolding it.

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Full Floor Console Storage (If Equipped)
The full floor console has an upper and lower storage
area. The lower has two removable that can hold tapes
and/or CDs. There is also a removable coinholder that
attaches to the side of one of the bins. The upper storage
area is available for the optional cellular telephone. A
dual cupholder is located in front of the console. Open
and close by pressing on the cupholder. To open the
console, pull up on either lever to open the upper or
lower storage area.
Rear Storage Center Armrest
Your vehicle is equipped with a rear seat armrest which
includes an open storage compartment and a dual
cupholder. To open, release the latch at the front edge.
Rear Storage Door Trim Armrest
(If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear storage door
trim armrest. The storage area is located in the rear door
trim under the switch plate lid and includes an accessory
power outlet.
Center Flex Storage Unit (If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a center flex storage
unit that includes a front center seat with a lap belt and
an underseat storage compartment. The center seatback
can be used as a fold down armrest with extra space for
CDs or tapes. An optional cellular telephone is located
in the underseat storage compartment. Cupholders are
also located at the front edge of the storage unit.
Convenience Net
The convenience net is located inside the back wall of
the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the
net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp
turns or quick starts and stops.
The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the
trunk as far forward as you can. When not using the net,
hook the net to the tabs securing it to the sill plate.

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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
NOTICE:
Don't put papers or other flammable items
into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other
smoking materials could ignite them, causing a
damaging fire.
Front Ashtray
With the full center console, the ashtray is located below
the climate control system. To open, push down on
the cover. To clean the ashtray, lift it out by gripping
the sides.
For vehicles without the center console, pull the tray out
to reveal the ashtray. The tray is located beneath the
radio. To clean this ashtray, lift out by pulling on
the snuffer.
Rear Ashtray (Option)
To use the side rear ashtray located on the armrest, lift
the lid.
Cigarette Lighter (Option)
The cigarette lighter is located near the ashtray. Press it
all the way in and release. It will pop back by itself
when it's ready to light. You may also have a lighter
located at the rear seat air outlet.
If you have cigarette lighters in your vehicle, they can
be used to provide electrical power to accessories. See
ªAccessory Power Outletsºin the Index.
NOTICE:
Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to
back away from the heating element when it's
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.