2000 CADILLAC ELDORADO reset

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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.
Pressing the INFO or INFO RESET button (s) will
remove most of the following messages from the
DIC display:
APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT
- 46: This message
will appear if your vehicle is in PARK (P) for about
15 seconds and the brake is not pressed. On the climate
control panel, press the OFF button (next to the MODE
button) and the down arrow on the PASS TEMP button
for about five seconds. Hold the same two buttons to
display the message again.
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 VOLTAGE HIGH
- 8: This message
shows that the electrical charging system is
overcharging (more than 16 volts). To avoid being
stranded, have the electrical system checked by your
dealership. You can reduce the charging overload by
using the accessories. Turn on the lamps and radio, set
the climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on HI,
and turn the rear window defogger on. You can monitor
battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFO (SKIP)
button. The normal range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts when the
engine is running.
BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW
- 6: This message will
appear when the electrical system is charging less than
10 volts or if the battery has been drained. If this
message appears immediately after starting, it is possible
that the generator can still recharge the battery. The
battery should recharge and may take a few hours to do
so. Consider using an auxiliary charger to boost the
battery after returning home or to a final destination.
(Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions when
using a battery charger.)

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If this message appears and stays on while driving or
after starting your vehicle, have it checked immediately
to determine the cause of this problem. To help the
generator recharge the battery quickly, you can reduce
the load on the electrical system by turning off the
accessories. You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC
by pressing the INFO (SKIP) button. The normal range
is 11.5 to 15.5 volts.
BRAKE VACUUM PROBLEM
-108: The circuit in
the brake booster vacuum has shorted or is loose when
this message appears. Your vehicle may lose power
brakes but you will still have the use of manual brakes.
The power brakes will not be affected if the problem is
caused by a failed sensor. Have your vehicle serviced
immediately at your dealership.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
- 82: This means that the life
of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed
within 200 miles (322 km). See ªEngine Oilº and ªFilter
Recommendationsº in the Maintenance Schedule
booklet. After an oil change, the Oil Life Indicator must
be reset. See ªOil Life Indicator, How to Resetº in
the Index.CHANGE TRANS FLUID
- 47: This message will
appear when it is time to replace the transaxle fluid.
See the Maintenance Schedule booklet for the proper
fluid and change intervals.
CHECK BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
- 37: This message
will display if the ignition is in RUN to inform the
driver that the brake fluid level is low. Have the brake
system serviced by a technician as soon as possible.
See ªBrake System Warning Lightº in the Index.
CHECK COOLANT LEVEL
- 2: This message will
appear when there is a low level of engine coolant.
Have the cooling system serviced by a technician as
soon as possible.
CHECK FUEL GAUGE
- 39: This message will
appear when the fuel supply is less than 3.5 gallons
(13.2 L) remaining and the display is turned off (digital
clusters only). 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.

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ENGINE MISFIRE -- EASE OFF GAS
PEDAL
- 114: An engine misfire has occurred.
You'll need to ease off the gas pedal.
ENGINE OVERHEATED, STOP ENGINE
- 42:
This message will appear when the engine has
overheated. Stop and turn the engine off immediately
to avoid severe engine damage. See ªEngine
Overheatingº in the Index. A multiple chime will also
sound when this message is displayed.
ENGINE POWER REDUCED
- 41: This message
informs you that your vehicle is reducing engine power
because the transaxle is being placed in gear under
conditions that may cause damage to the vehicle
powertrain or vehicle acceleration.
FUEL LEVEL LOW
- 11 : This message serves as a
warning that the fuel level in the tank is critically low.
Stop for fuel soon.
HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED
- 23: If it's dark
enough outside and the Twilight Sentinel control is 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
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) are still illuminated
(it's become dark enough outside to require the
headlamps and/or other exterior lamps).ICE POSSIBLE
- 13: This message appears when
the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy
road conditions.
LOW REFRIG A/C OFF
- 12: This message means
that the air conditioning system detects a refrigerant
level that is low enough to cause damage to the air
conditioning compressor. Have the air conditioning
system serviced if this message appears.
MONITORED SYSTEMS OK
- 1: This message only
appears in the ªrecallº mode by pressing the INFO
RESET (NO) button. It lets you know that no other
messages are stored or currently active.
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.
OPTIONS NOT SET
- 99: This message will display if
a fault has occurred in your vehicle's memory. Have
your vehicle serviced by your dealership.
PROGRAM PASS KEY
- 31: This warning message
displays when the PASS
-Key
II pellet information has
not been programmed into your vehicle. See your
dealership for service.

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SERVICE RIDE 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.
SERVICE STEERING SYS
- 127: This message is
displayed when a problem has been detected in the
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variable effort steering system. Service is
required. A single chime will also sound when this
message is displayed.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
- 100: If a problem is
detected with the transaxle, this message will appear.
Have your vehicle checked by your dealership.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
- 3: If a problem is
detected with the transaxle, this message will appear.
Have your vehicle checked by your dealership.
SERV STABILITY SYS
- 54: If you ever see the
SERV 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 SERV 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.STABILITY ENGAGED
- 55: You may see the
STABILITY 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 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
ENGAGED message comes on, you'll know that
something has caused your vehicle to start to spin,
so you should consider slowing down.

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TRANS FLUID RESET - 48: With the engine not running
and the ignition on, press and hold the OFF and rear defog
buttons until the TRANS FLUID RESET message appears
on the DIC (between five and 20 seconds).
TRANS HOT IDLE ENG
- 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 your vehicle's ignition is in RUN.
TURN SIGNAL ON
- 20: This message is a reminder,
after driving about 1 mile (1.6 km/h), 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.
VEHICLE SPEED LIMITED TO XXX MPH
(KM/H)
- 113: A failure in the suspension control
system has occurred when this message appears. The
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) determines the speed
your vehicle is limited to. Have your vehicle serviced if
this message appears. (The XXX indicates the speed
your vehicle is limited to.)
Memory and Personalization Features
(If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with the following
features that can be individually programmed,
memorized or personalized for up to two drivers.
For a brief description of each feature, see each feature
in the Index.
Memory Seat and Mirrors
To begin programming,
adjust the driver's seat
(including lumbar
adjustments) and both
outside mirrors to a
comfortable position and
then press the SET button.
Within five seconds,
press button ª1.º
A second mirror and seating position may be
programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing
button ª2º instead of button 1. Note that each time a
memory button is pressed, a single beep will sound
through the left front speaker.

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If your vehicle is in PARK (P), you can recall mirror and
seating positions by briefly pressing button 1 or 2.
This will adjust the seat and mirrors to where you have
previously programmed them. If you have accidentally
pressed one of the memory recall buttons and want to
stop seat or mirror movement, press one of the manual
seat or mirror control buttons. This cancels a
memory recall.
You can also recall a seat and mirror position if your
vehicle is not in PARK (P). Press and hold either the
1 or 2 button until seat and mirror movement is
complete. Releasing the buttons will stop adjustment.
The EXIT button can be programmed to allow easy exit
for up to two drivers. Adjust the seat to a comfortable
ªexitº position and then press the SET button followed
by the EXIT button. While your vehicle is in PARK (P),
briefly press the EXIT button to recall your programmed
exit position.
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Your vehicle's ignition must be in RUN. To begin
programming, press and hold the SKIP INFO and NO
INFO RESET buttons at the same time to display the
following prompts.DOORS LOCK IN GEAR: All doors automatically
lock when shifted out of PARK (P). No automatic
door unlock.
DRIVR UNLOCK IN PARK: All doors automatically
lock when shifted out of PARK (P). Only the driver's
door automatically unlocks when shifted into PARK (P).
DRIVR UNLOCK KEY OFF: All doors automatically
lock when shifted out of PARK (P). Only the driver's
door automatically unlocks when the ignition key is
turned to OFF.
DOORS UNLOCK IN PARK: All doors automatically
lock when shifted out of PARK (P) and unlock when
shifting into PARK (P).
DOORS UNLOCK KEY OFF: All doors
automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P).
All doors automatically unlock when the ignition key is
turned to OFF.
A ªyesº or ªnoº response must be made after each
prompt is displayed in order to continue on to the next
prompt or personalization feature. Press the YES TRIP
RESET button to choose yes, press the NO INFO
RESET button to choose no or press the SKIP INFO
button to ªskipº to the next personalization feature.

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FEATURE ON appears when a yes response is made
and FEATURE OFF appears with a no response.
If a no response is made after the DOORS LOCK IN
GEAR prompt is displayed, FEATURE OFF will appear.
The automatic door locking system has been disabled
and no other door lock messages will be displayed.
LGHTS FLSH AT UNLOCK, which is the next
available personalization feature to display, will appear
next. See ªLock/Unlock Confirmationº in the Index
for more information.
If a yes response is made after the DOORS LOCK IN
GEAR prompt is displayed, FEATURE ON appears.
The automatic door locking system is enabled and
allows the DRIVR UNLOCK IN PARK prompt to
appear. Choosing this prompt advances you to LGHTS
FLSH AT UNLOCK whereas a no response will display
the DRIVR UNLOCK KEY OFF prompt.
If DRIVR UNLOCK KEY OFF is chosen, FEATURE
ON appears. You will advance to the LGHTS FLSH
AT UNLOCK prompt. If you don't choose this
prompt, FEATURE OFF appears as well as the next
prompt
-- DOORS UNLOCK IN PARK. If this prompt
is chosen, FEATURE ON appears. If a no response was
made, DOORS UNLOCK KEY OFF will appear. At this
point, a yes or no response automatically brings up the
LGHTS FLSH AT UNLOCK feature.Lock/Unlock Confirmation
This personalization feature allows the driver to
program the parking lamps to blink when the lock or
unlock buttons on the remote keyless entry transmitter
are pressed, to program the horn to sound when the lock
button is pressed and/or to program the exterior lamps to
turn on when the unlock button is pressed. Press the
YES TRIP RESET button to answer yes, press the NO
INFO RESET button to indicate no or press the SKIP
INFO button to skip to the next personalization feature.
To begin programming, your vehicle's ignition must be
in RUN. Press and hold the SKIP INFO and NO INFO
RESET buttons at the same time to display the
following prompts. LOCK/UNLOCK confirmation is
the second feature to appear. To skip past the first
personalization feature, press the SKIP INFO button.
LGHTS FLSH AT UNLOCK: Parking lamps blink
twice when the unlock button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter is pressed.
LIGHTS FLASH AT LOCK: Parking lamps blink
once when the lock button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter is pressed.
HORN SOUNDS AT LOCK: Horn sounds when the
lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter
is pressed.

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EXT LIGHTS AT UNLOCK: Exterior lamps (parking
lamps, taillamps, sidemarker lamps, license plate lamps,
low
-beam headlamps, etc.) turn on when the unlock
button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed
and it is dark outside. These lamps stay on for about
20 seconds or until the key is turned OFF.
The prompts listed here appear in the same order as
displayed on the DIC. FEATURE ON appears when a
yes response is made and FEATURE OFF appears with
a no response. To skip to the next personalization feature
(REMOTE RECALL MEMORY), press the SKIP
INFO button.
Remote Recall Memory (If Equipped with
Memory Personalization)
Memory settings that have been previously programmed
(climate control settings, radio preset settings, exterior
lighting choices, remote confirmation choices and
programmable automatic door lock choices) can be
recalled by using the remote keyless entry transmitter
or by placing the key in your vehicle's ignition.
Before you begin programming, make sure that your
vehicle's ignition is in RUN. To begin programming,
press the SKIP INFO and NO INFO RESET buttons
at the same time for about two seconds. As mentioned,
remote recall memory is the third feature to appear. To skip past the first two personalization features,
press the SKIP INFO button.
When REMOTE RECALL MEMORY appears, the
driver is able to recall memory settings when the unlock
button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is
pressed. Press the YES TRIP RESET button to select or
press the NO INFO RESET button to answer no and to
continue on to the next prompt. FEATURE ON displays
when a yes response is made.
If a no response was made, the KEY IN RECALL
MEMORY prompt will show next. This choice recalls
memory settings when the key is placed in your
vehicle's ignition. FEATURE ON displays for a yes
response, and FEATURE OFF for a no response.
A yes or no response is required.
Curb View Assist Mirror (If Equipped with Memory)
If your vehicle has this personalization feature, MIRROR
TILT IN REV will be the fourth personalization prompt
to display on the DIC.
To program your vehicle, press the SKIP INFO and NO
INFO RESET buttons at the same time for about two
seconds. When MIRROR TILT IN REV appears, a yes or no
response is needed. Press the YES TRIP RESET button to
answer yes or the NO INFO RESET button to answer no.