2004 CADILLAC DEVILLE engine

The correct tire ination pressure should be set to those
shown on the Tire Loading-Information Label, located on
the rear edge of the driver’s door. For more information
regarding proper tire ination, seeInation - Tire
Pressure on page 5-74. If a tire is low, you should stop as
soon as possible and inspect your tire(s) for damage. If a
tire is at, seeIf a Tire Goes Flat on page 5-85.
Once the TPM system detects the low or high tire
pressure condition, the message CHECK TIRE
PRESSURE will be displayed whenever you start the
engine. To remove or clear the CHECK TIRE
PRESSURE message, you will need to set the tire(s) to
the proper tire pressure. SeeInation - Tire Pressure on
page 5-74.
{CAUTION:
When the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message is
displayed on the Driver Information Center and
the tire pressure is low, your vehicle’s
handling capabilities will be reduced during
severe maneuvers. If you drive too fast, you
could lose control of your vehicle. You or
others could be injured. Don’t drive over 55
mph (90 km/h) when the tire pressure is low.
Drive cautiously and correct the tire pressure
as soon as you can.
CHECK WASHER FLUID – 25:This message means
that your vehicle is low on windshield washer uid.
SeeWindshield Washer Fluid on page 5-41.
DRIVER DOOR AJAR – 140:This message will
display anytime the key is in ON, the transaxle is not in
PARK (P) and the driver’s door is open or ajar. A
chime will sound when the vehicle’s speed is greater
than 3 mph (4.8 km/h).
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DRIVE NO. X (1 OR 2):This message will be displayed
with the key in ON and while entering FEATURE
PROGRAMMING, but only if the vehicle is equipped
with memory seats. The message will show which driver
is activating the personalization feature. It will only
stay on for ve seconds. This message can be
customized for you by your dealer.
ENGINE COOLANT HOT, IDLE ENGINE – 44:This
message will appear when the engine coolant
temperature is over 262°F (128°C). Stop and allow your
vehicle to idle in PARK (P) until it cools down and the
message is removed. Do not increase engine speed
above a normal idle. If it does not cool down, turn off the
engine and have it serviced before driving it again.
Severe engine damage can result from an overheated
engine. SeeEngine Overheating on page 5-31.
ENGINE HOT–AC OFF – 16:This message displays
when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal
operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot
engine, the air conditioning compressor is automatically
turned off. When the coolant temperature returns to
normal, the A/C operation will automatically resume. You
can continue to drive your vehicle. If this message
continues to appear, have the system repaired as soon
as possible to avoid compressor damage.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. SeeEngine Overheating on
page 5-31. A multiple chime will also sound when this
message is displayed.
ENGINE POWER REDUCED – 41:This message
informs you that the vehicle is reducing engine power
because the transaxle is being placed in gear under
conditions that may cause damage to the vehicle’s
engine, transaxle or ability to accelerate.
FUEL LEVEL LOW – 11:This message serves as a
warning that the fuel level in the tank is critically
low. Stop for fuel soon. A single chime will sound when
this message is displayed.
HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED – 23:If it is dark enough
outside and the headlamps and Twilight Sentinel
®
controls are off, this message will display on the DIC.
This message informs the driver that turning on the
exterior lamps is recommended even though the DRL
are still illuminated. It has become dark enough outside
to require the headlamps and/or other exterior lamps.
This message will also appear if the optional
Rainsense™ wiping feature is on and the Twilight
Sentinel
®is off.
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ICE POSSIBLE – 13:This message appears when the
outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy
road conditions.
LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR – 142:The left rear door is
open or ajar when this message appears. The ignition
must be in ON and the transaxle not in PARK (P) for this
message to display. A chime will sound if the vehicle’s
speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h).
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 sound when this
message is displayed.
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR – 141:The right front
passenger’s door is open or ajar when this message
appears. The ignition must be in ON and the transaxle
not in PARK (P) for this message to display. A chime
will sound if the vehicle’s speed is greater than
3 mph (5 km/h).
RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR – 143:The right rear door
is open or ajar when this message appears. The
ignition must be in ON and the transaxle not in PARK (P)
for this message to display. A chime will sound if the
vehicle’s speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h).SERVICE AC 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
air bag system when this message appears. Let
only a qualied technician work on your vehicle. Have
your vehicle serviced by your dealership immediately.
SERVICE CHARGING SYS – 102:This message
will display when a problem with the charging system
has been detected. Have your vehicle serviced at
your dealership.
SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYS – 106: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 dealership.
SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM – 101:The Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) has detected a problem within
the fuel system when this message appears. Have your
vehicle serviced by your dealership.
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SERVICE IDLE CONTROL – 107:A problem with the
idle control has occurred when this message displays.
Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership.
SERVICE STABILITY SYS – 54:If you ever see the
SERVICE 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 SERVICE 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.
SERVICE STEERING – 127:This message is displayed
when a problem has been detected in the magnetic
speed variable assist steering system. If this message
comes on, service is required.
SERVICE SUSPENSION 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 THEFT SYSTEM – 34:This message means
there is a problem with the PASS-Key®III system. 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.
SERVICE TPM SYSTEM – 51:When this message is
displayed, the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system
is not working properly. See your dealer for service.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION – 100:See your dealer for
repair.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON – 3:This message is
displayed when a non-emissions related powertrain
malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle serviced by
a technician as soon as possible.
SPEED LIMIT TO 90 – 113:A failure in the suspension
control system has occurred when this message
appears. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
determines the speed to which your vehicle is limited.
Have your vehicle serviced if this message appears.
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TRACTION READY – 90:This message informs the
driver that the traction control system is available.
Pressing the TRAC ON/OFF button on the center
console 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 ve 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 uid 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:If you drive your vehicle for
more than a mile with a turn signal on, this message will
appear as a reminder to turn off the turn signal. A
multiple chime will 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 sound when this message is displayed.
Climate Controls and Radio System
Personalization
These features allow both drivers to personalize their
own climate control settings as well as their radio
settings. For more information, seeClimate Controls
Personalization on page 3-43andRadio Personalization
with Home and Away Feature on page 3-113.
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Trip Computer
Oil Life Indicator
This feature lets you know when to change the engine
oil. It is based on the engine oil temperatures and
your driving patterns.
To see the display, press the INFO button several times
until ENGINE OIL LIFE appears. If you see 99%
ENGINE OIL LIFE, 99 percent of your current oil life
remains.
The DIC may display a CHANGE ENGINE OIL
message. For more information, seeScheduled
Maintenance on page 6-4. If you see CHANGE ENGINE
OIL, it means the oil life is gone and you should
change the oil right away. The system does not check
how much oil you have, so you will still have to check for
that. To see how, seeEngine Oil on page 5-15.When the oil is changed, you will need to reset the
system. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-15. Always keep a
written record of the mileage and date when you
changed your oil.
Audio System(s)
Notice:Before adding any sound equipment to
your vehicle, like a tape player, CB radio, mobile
telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can
be added by checking with your dealer. Also,
check federal rules covering mobile radio and
telephone units. If sound equipment can be added,
it is very important to do it properly. Added
sound equipment may interfere with the operation
of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or other systems,
and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may
interfere with the operation of sound equipment
that has been added improperly.
Figure out which audio system is in your vehicle, nd
out what your audio system can do, and how to operate
all of its controls.
Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be
played even after the ignition is turned off. See
“Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” underIgnition
Positions on page 2-24.
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Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in
spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy
braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is
a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool
between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much
faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace
with the traffic and allow realistic following distances,
you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking.
That means better braking and longer brake life.
If your engine ever stops while you are driving, brake
normally but do not pump your brakes. If you do,
the pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine
stops, you will still have some power brake assist.
But you will use it when you brake. Once the power
assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and
the brake pedal will be harder to push.Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced
electronic braking system that will help prevent a
braking skid.
When you start your engine and begin to drive away,
your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You
may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while
this test is going on, and you may even notice that your
brake pedal moves a little. This is normal.
If there is a problem with
the anti-lock brake system,
this warning light will
stay on. SeeAnti-Lock
Brake System Warning
Light on page 3-52.
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Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you
need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always
decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to
the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply
your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even
though you have anti-lock brakes.
Using Anti-Lock
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal
down rmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may hear
the anti-lock pump or motor operate, and feel the
brake pedal pulsate, but this is normal.
Braking in Emergencies
With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same
time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more
than even the very best braking.
Traction Control System (TCS)
Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits
wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery
road conditions. The system operates only if it senses
that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or
beginning to lose traction. When this happens,
the system works the front brakes and reduces engine
power to limit wheel spin.
The TRACTION ENGAGED message will display on the
Driver Information Center when the traction control
system is limiting wheel spin. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 3-65. You may feel or hear the
system working, but this is normal.
If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction
control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise
control will automatically disengage. When road
conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may
reengage the cruise control. See “Cruise Control” under
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-9.
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