2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE center console

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The console shift lock
release is located on the
front of the center console.
To access the shift lock release hole:
1. Verify that the shift lever is in PARK (P).
2. Locate the shift lock release on the front of the
center console.
3. Remove the shift lock release hole cover.
4. Insert a small diameter screwdriver into the shift
lock release hole, press in and hold.
5. Turn the ignition key to OFF.
6. Remove the screwdriver from the hole.
7. Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch.
8. Put the shift lock release hole cover back on.Parking Over Things That Burn
CAUTION:
Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust
parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park
over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that
can burn.

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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.

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Sun Visors
Swing down the primary visor to block out glare. It can
also be detached from the center mount and moved to
the side while the auxiliary sunshade remains to block
the glare from the front. The visors also have
side
-to-side slide capability.
The driver's sunshade is also equipped with a
storage flap.
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror
Pull the sunshade down and lift the cover. Move the
slide switch up or down to brighten or dim the lamp.
Lighted Rear Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)
Pull the vanity cover down to see the mirror. Move the
slide switch up or down to brighten or dim the lamp.
Coat Hooks
Your vehicle is equipped with flip-out coat hooks. They
are located above the rear doors, behind the rear assist
handles. Return to the stowed position when not in use.
Rear Power Sunshade (If Equipped)
The rear power sunshade helps to reduce the amount of
heat and light entering the rear window.
The rear power sunshade is located in the rear shelf. To
raise the power sunshade, press and release the REAR
SHADE switch located on the front overhead console.
To close the power sunshade, press and release the
REAR SHADE switch again. The rear power sunshade
switch only works when the ignition is on or when the
Retained Accessory Power is active. See ªRetained
Accessory Powerº in the Index.
Also, never store objects on the rear shelf because they
may get caught in the sunshade or be tossed about in
your vehicle.
Manual Rear Side Door Sunshade
(If Equipped)
To use the manual rear side door sunshades, lower the
side windows and hook the top edge of the retractable
sunshades over the edge of the windows and raise the
windows. To remove the shades, lower the windows and
the hooks will disengage automatically.

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TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF - 111 : This message
will appear when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
senses that the maximum speed for your vehicle has
been reached. The speed of your vehicle will surge as
the fuel supply is cut off. 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 control switch 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.
VEHICLE OVERSPEED
- 52: This message is
displayed when the vehicle speed exceeds a certain limit
as required by some export countries. A continuous
chime will also sound when this message is displayed.

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The traction control system automatically comes on
whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin,
especially in slippery road conditions, you should always
leave the system on. But you can turn the traction control
system off if you ever need to. (You should turn the
system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud,
ice or snow. See ªRocking Your Vehicleº in the Index.)
To turn the system off, press
the button located on the
center console. (For
vehicles with a column
shifter, the button is located
at the end of the shift lever.)The TRACTION OFF message will display on the
Driver Information Center. If the system is limiting
wheel spin when you press the button, the TRACTION
OFF message will display
-- but the system won't turn
off right away. It will wait until there's no longer a
current need to limit wheel spin.
You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing
the button again. The TRACTION READY message
should display briefly on the Driver Information Center.
The traction control system monitors the front brake
rotor temperature. If the traction control system comes
on while the front brake rotors are hot due to heavy use
of braking or previous traction control, the TRACTION
SUSPENDED message will be displayed
-- but the
system won't turn off right away. It will wait until
there's no longer a current need to limit wheel spin. The
TRACTION READY message should appear when the
brake rotors are no longer hot and the traction control
system will resume normal operation.