2000 CADILLAC ELDORADO power steering

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What will you see after an air bag inflates?
After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly
that some people may not even realize the air bag
inflated. Some components of the air bag module
-- the
steering wheel hub for the driver's air bag, or the
instrument panel for the right front passenger's
bag
-- will be hot for a short time. The parts of the
bag that come into contact with you may be warm, but
not too hot to touch. There will be some smoke and dust
coming from vents in the deflated air bags. Air bag
inflation doesn't prevent the driver from seeing or from
being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it stop people
from leaving the vehicle.
CAUTION:
When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air.
This dust could cause breathing problems
for people with a history of asthma or other
breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the
vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so.
If you have breathing problems but can't get out
of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get
fresh air by opening a window or door.
Your vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlock
the doors and turn the interior lamps on when the air
bags inflate (if battery power is available). You can lock
the doors again and turn the interior lamps off by using
the door lock and interior lamp controls.
In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag,
windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.
Additional windshield breakage may also occur from
the right front passenger air bag.

Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they
inflate, you'll need some new parts for your air bag
system. If you don't get them, the air bag system
won't be there to help protect you in another crash.
A new system will include air bag modules and
possibly other parts. The service manual for your
vehicle covers the need to replace other parts.

Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and
diagnostic module, which records information about
the air bag system. The module records information
about the readiness of the system, when the system
commands air bag inflation and driver's safety belt
usage at deployment. Some modules also record
speed, engine rpm, brake and throttle data.

Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag
system. Improper service can mean that your air bag
system won't work properly. See your dealer for service.

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Ignition Positions
With the ignition key in the ignition, you can turn the
switch to five different positions.
ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use things
like the radio, windshield wipers, power windows and
sunroof (option) when the engine is off. To get into
ACCESSORY, push in the key and turn it toward you.
The steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was
before you inserted the key. Once you turn the key to
ACCESSORY, be sure to then turn it to LOCK. If you
leave your key in ACCESSORY when the engine is
turned off, your battery will discharge prematurely.LOCK (B): Before you put the key in, the ignition will
be in LOCK. This is the only position from which you
can remove the key. This position locks the ignition,
steering wheel and transaxle. It's a theft
-deterrent feature.
NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;
if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the
steering wheel left and right while you turn the
key hard. But turn the key only with your hand.
Using a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch. If none of this works, then your
vehicle needs service.
OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but
still turn the steering wheel. It doesn't lock the steering
wheel like LOCK does. Use OFF if you must have your
vehicle in motion while the engine is off (for example,
if your vehicle is being pushed).
RUN (D): This is the position for driving.
START (E): This position starts the engine.

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Express-Down Window
This feature is present on the driver's power window.
Pressing the control rearward into the second position then
releasing it will lower the window completely. If you want to
stop the window as it is lowering, press the control forward.
The first position on the power window control operates
the driver's power window in the non
-express mode.
Horn
The horn can be sounded by pressing on the center of
the steering wheel pad.
Tilt Wheel
Tilt steering allows you to adjust the steering wheel
before you drive. Raising the steering wheel to the
highest level gives your legs more room when you enter
and exit the vehicle.
Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever located on the
outboard side of the steering column toward you to tilt the
wheel. Adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable position
and then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn and Lane Change Signals
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete.
An arrow located on the
instrument panel cluster will
flash in the direction of the
turn or lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to
signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane change
is complete. The lever returns when it's released.

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PHONE NOT PRESENT - 126: This message will
appear when the steering wheel controls for the optional
phone system are activated but the phone is not plugged
into the vehicle. Make sure your phone is plugged in.
If your phone appears to be connected, see your
dealership for service.
REMOVE KEY
- 70: This message will appear
when the Personalized Automotive Security System
(PASS
-Key
II) is unable to read the pellet on the
ignition key or an improper key pellet has been inserted.
This message usually appears following the display of
STARTING DISABLED REMOVE KEY. The
instrument panel cluster will then run a timer and
change the messages to WAIT 3 MINUTES, WAIT 2
MINUTES, WAIT 1 MINUTE and then START CAR.
When the REMOVE KEY message is displayed, remove
the ignition key. Check the ignition key for damage. If it
is damaged, it may need to be replaced. If you see no
damage, clean the pellet contacts with a soft cloth or
napkin before inserting the key back into the ignition.
Have your vehicle serviced if the message still appears.
SERVICE A/C SYSTEM
- 14: This message
appears when the electronic sensors that control the air
conditioning and heating systems are no longer working.
Have the climate control system serviced if you notice a
drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency.SERVICE AIR BAG
- 83: There is a problem with the
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (air bag) system when
this message appears. Let only a qualified technician work
on your vehicle. See your dealership for service at once.
SERVICE BRAKE FLUID SWITCH
- 37: A problem
in the brake fluid detection circuit causes this message
to display if the ignition is in RUN. Have the brake
system serviced by a technician as soon as possible. If
the brake warning light is on, refer to the directions
listed in that part.
SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM
- 102: This
message will display when a problem with the charging
system has been detected. Have your vehicle serviced at
your dealership.
SERVICE ELECTRIC SYS
- 106: This message will
display if an electrical problem has occurred within the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealership.
SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM
- 101: The PCM has
detected a problem within the fuel system when this
message appears. See your dealership for service.
SERVICE IDLE CONTROL
- 107: A problem with
the idle control has occurred when this message displays.
Drive your vehicle to the dealership for service.

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle.
Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
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- 2 Comfort Controls
3
- 2 Climate Control Panel
3
- 6 Electronic Solar Sensor
3
- 6 Air Conditioning
3
- 6 Heating
3
- 7 Defrosting
3
- 7 Rear Window Defogger
3
- 8 Ventilation System
3
- 9 HVAC Steering Wheel Controls
3
- 9 Climate Control Personalization (If Equipped)
3
- 9 Audio Systems
3
- 9 Setting the Clock
3
- 10 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
3
- 13 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
Compact Disc Player with Radio Data
Systems (RDS) and Digital Signal
Processing (DPS) (If Equipped)3
- 22 Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program
Type (PTY) Selections
3
- 23 CD Adapter Kits
3
- 23 Trunk Mounted CD Changer (Option)
3
- 27 Radio Personalization with Home and
Away Feature (If Equipped)
3
- 28 Theft-Deterrent Feature
3
- 28 Audio Steering Wheel Controls
3
- 29 Understanding Radio Reception
3
- 29 Tips About Your Audio System
3
- 30 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
3
- 31 Care of Your Compact Discs
3
- 32 Care of Your Compact Disc Player
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- 32 Power Antenna Mast Care

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When battery power is removed and later applied, you
will not have to reset your home radio presets because
the radio remembers them. However, you will have to
reset your away radio presets.
Theft-Deterrent Feature
THEFTLOCK
is designed to discourage theft of your
radio. Your vehicle has a ªbuilt
-inº theft-deterrent
feature on each radio that is automatic
-- there is no
programming required. The radio in your vehicle cannot
be used in any other vehicle. When the radio was
originally installed in your vehicle at the factory, it
stored the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Each
time the ignition is turned on, the VIN is verified. If the
vehicle's VIN does not match the VIN stored in the
radio, THEFTLOCK will be activated and the audio
system will not play. If the radio is removed from your
vehicle, the original VIN in the radio can be used to
trace the radio back to your vehicle.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Some audio controls
can be adjusted at the
steering wheel. They
include the following:
VOLUME: Press the up arrow lever to increase volume
and the down arrow lever to decrease volume.

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To turn the system off,
press the TRAC OFF
button located inside
the glove box.
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.
Steering
Power Steering
If you lose power steering assist because the engine
stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but
it will take much more effort.
Magnasteer

This system continuously adjusts the effort you feel
when steering at all vehicle speeds. It provides ease
when parking yet a firm, solid feel at highway speeds.
Steering Tips
Driving on Curves
It's important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
A lot of the ªdriver lost controlº accidents mentioned on
the news happen on curves. Here's why:
Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to
the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The
traction of the tires against the road surface makes it
possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn
the front wheels. If there's no traction, inertia will keep
the vehicle going in the same direction. If you've ever
tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this.

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When you open the hood, you'll see:
A. Battery
B. Engine Coolant Fill Location
C. Power Steering Fluid
D. Engine Oil Fill LocationE. Engine Oil Dipstick
F. Brake Master Cylinder
G. Transaxle Dipstick/Fluid
Fill LocationH. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
I. Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir
Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly.