2004 CADILLAC CTS V service

Change Engine Oil
This symbol appears
with the Change Engine
Oil message.
This message indicates that the life of the engine oil
has expired and it should be changed and that
your vehicle is due for service. SeeEngine Oil on
page 5-18andScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4for
more information.
When you reset the Change Engine Oil message by
clearing it from the display, you still must reset the
engine oil life monitor separately. For more information
on resetting the engine oil life monitor, seeEngine
Oil on page 5-18.
Change Trans (Transmission) Fluid
(Automatic Transmission)
This symbol appears
with the Change Trans
Fluid message.
This message indicates that the life of the transmission
uid has expired and it should be changed within
200 miles. SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4
andRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13
for the proper uid and change intervals.
When you reset the Change Trans Fluid message by
clearing it from the display, you still must reset the
transmission uid life monitor separately. For more
information on resetting the transmission uid life
monitor, seeAutomatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-25.
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Check Brake Fluid
This symbol appears
with the Check Brake
Fluid message.
This message will display if the ignition is in ON to
inform the driver that the brake uid level is low.
Have the brake system serviced by your GM dealer as
soon as possible. SeeBrake System Warning Light
on page 3-43for more information.
Check Coolant Level
This symbol appears
with the Check Coolant
Level message.This message will appear when there is a low level of
engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced
by your GM dealer as soon as possible. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-29for more information.
Check Gas Cap
This symbol appears
with the Check Gas
Cap message.
When this message appears on the display, the gas cap
has not been fully tightened. You should recheck the
gas cap to ensure that it is on and tightened properly.
See “If the Light Is On Steady” underMalfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 3-47for more information.
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When this message appears, the personalization
features previously stored are turned off. If you want
your customized settings to be automatically recalled
when you use the remote keyless entry transmitter
or when you remove the key from the ignition, you
must enable them in the DIC. SeeDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 3-88for more information.
This message is also used to identify the driver
(1, 2 or 3) on the Navigation system.
Right Rear Door Ajar
This symbol appears
with the Right Rear Door
Ajar message.
When this message appears on the display, the right
rear door it means that the passenger’s side rear
door was not closed completely. You should check to
make sure that the door is closed completely.
Service AC (Air Conditioning) System
This symbol appears
with the Service AC
System message.
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 by your GM dealer if you notice a drop
in heating and air conditioning efficiency.
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Service Air Bag
This symbol appears
with the Service Air
Bag message.
There is a problem with the airbag system when this
message appears. Have your vehicle serviced by your
GM dealer immediately. SeeAirbag Readiness Light
on page 3-42for more information.
Service Charging System
This symbol appears with
the Service Charging
System message.
This message will display when a problem with the
charging system has been detected. Have your vehicle
serviced by your GM dealer.
Service Electrical System
This symbol appears with
the Service Electrical
System message.
This message will display if an electrical problem has
occurred within the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or
the ignition switch. Have your vehicle serviced by
your GM dealer.
Service Fuel System
This symbol appears
with the Service Fuel
System message.
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected a
problem within the fuel system when this message
appears. Have your vehicle serviced by your GM dealer.
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Service Idle Control
This symbol appears
with the Service Idle
Control message.
A problem with the idle control has occurred when this
message displays. Have your vehicle serviced by
your GM dealer.
Service Stability System Message
This symbol appears with
the Service Stability
System message.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a vehicle stability
enhancement system called Stabilitrak
®.
SeeStabilitrak®System on page 4-11. The Service
Stability System message will be displayed if there has
been a problem detected with Stabilitrak
®.If the Service Stability System message comes on while
you are driving, pull off the road as soon as possible
and stop carefully. Try resetting the system by turning
the ignition off then back on. If the Service Stability
System message still stays on or comes back on again
while you are driving, your vehicle needs service.
Have the Stabilitrak
®System inspected by your
GM dealer as soon as possible.
Stability System Engaged Message
This symbol appears with
the Stability System
Engaged message.
The Stability System Engaged message will be
displayed any time Stabilitrak
®(if equipped) is actively
assisting you with directional control of the vehicle.
Slippery road conditions may exist when this message
is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly.
This message may stay on for a few seconds after
Stabilitrak
®stops assisting you with directional control
of the vehicle.
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Service Steering System
This symbol appears with
the Service Steering
System message.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a speed variable
assist steering system. SeeSteering on page 4-12.
The Service Steering System message will be displayed
if a problem is detected with the speed variable assist
steering system. When this message is displayed,
you may notice that the effort required to steer the
vehicle increases or feels “heavier,” but you will still be
able to steer the vehicle.
Service Theft System
This symbol appears
with the Service Theft
System message.
This message means there is a problem with the
Immobilizer. SeeImmobilizer on page 2-19for more
information. A fault has been detected in the system
which means that the system is disabled and is
not protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts,
however, you may want to take your vehicle to your
dealer before turning off the engine.
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Service Transmission
This symbol appears
with the Service
Transmission message.
There is a problem with the transmission of your
vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced by your GM dealer.
Service Vehicle Soon
This symbol appears
with the Service Vehicle
Soon message.
This message is displayed when a non-emissions
related powertrain malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle
serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible.
Starting Disabled – Remove Key
This symbol appears
with the Starting
Disabled – Remove
Key message.
This message will appear when the vehicle
theft-deterrent system detects 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 it is not damaged, remove the key
and try to start the vehicle again. If it still does not start,
try another ignition key or have your vehicle serviced
by your GM dealer.
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Starting Disabled – Throttle Problem
This symbol appears
with the Starting
Disabled – Throttle
Problem message.
This message appears when your vehicle’s throttle
system is not functioning properly. Have your vehicle
serviced by your GM dealer.
Theft Attempted
This symbol appears
with the Theft
Attempted message.
This message is displayed if the content theft-deterrent
system has detected a break-in attempt while you
were away from your vehicle.
Top Speed – Fuel Cut Off
This symbol appears with
the Top Speed – Fuel Cut
Off message.
This message will appear when the Engine Control
Module (ECM) detects that the maximum speed for your
vehicle has been reached. Your vehicle’s top speed is
based on the top speed rating of the tires. This ensures
that your vehicle stays in a safe operating range for
the tires.
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