2008 CADILLAC STS sensor

The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool
weather when the vehicle is rst started, and then
turn off as you start to drive. This could be an early
indicator that the air pressure in the tire(s) are getting
low and need to be inated to the proper pressure.
A Tire and Loading Information label, attached to your
vehicle, shows the size of your vehicle’s original
equipment tires and the correct ination pressure for your
vehicle’s tires when they are cold. SeeLoading Your
Vehicle on page 4-26for an example of the Tire and
Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle.
Also seeInflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66.
Your vehicle’s TPMS can warn you about a low tire
pressure condition but it does not replace normal
tire maintenance. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-73andTires on page 5-57.
Your vehicle, when new, may have included a
factory-installed Tire Inator Kit. This kit uses a GM
approved liquid tire sealant. SeeTire Sealant and
Compressor Kit on page 5-87.
Notice:Using non-approved tire sealants could
damage the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
sensors. TPMS sensor damage caused by using
an incorrect tire sealant is not covered by the
vehicle warranty. Always use the GM approved tire
sealant available through your dealer/retailer.TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the
TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When the
system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light
ashes for about one minute and then stays on for
the remainder of the ignition cycle. A DIC warning
message is also displayed. The low tire warning light
and DIC warning message come on at each ignition
cycle until the problem is corrected. Some of the
conditions that can cause the malfunction light and
DIC message to come on are:
One of the road tires has been replaced with the
spare tire. The spare tire does not have a TPMS
sensor. The DIC message should go off once
you re-install the road tire containing the TPMS
sensor.
The TPMS sensor matching process was started
but not completed or not completed successfully
after rotating the vehicle’s tires. The DIC message
and TPMS malfunction light should go off once
the TPMS sensor matching process is performed
successfully. See “TPMS Sensor Matching Process”
later in this section.
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One or more TPMS sensors are missing or
damaged. The DIC message and the TPMS
malfunction light should go off when the TPMS
sensors are installed and the sensor matching
process is performed successfully. See your
dealer/retailer for service.
Replacement tires or wheels do not match your
vehicle’s original equipment tires or wheels.
Tires and wheels other than those recommended
for your vehicle could prevent the TPMS from
functioning properly. SeeBuying New Tires on
page 5-76.
Operating electronic devices or being near facilities
using radio wave frequencies similar to the TPMS
could cause the TPMS sensors to malfunction.
If the TPMS is not functioning it cannot detect or signal
a low tire condition. See your dealer/retailer for
service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC message
comes on and stays on.
TPMS Sensor Matching Process
Each TPMS sensor has a unique identication code.
Any time you replace one or more of the TPMS sensors
or rotate your vehicle’s tires, the identication codes
will need to be matched to the new tire/wheel position.The sensors are matched to the tire/wheel positions in
the following order: driver side front tire, passenger
side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side
rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool. See your
dealer/retailer for service.
The TPMS sensors may also be matched to each
tire/wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire’s
air pressure. When increasing the tire’s pressure, do
not exceed the maximum ination pressure indicated on
the tire’s sidewall. If using this method to match
TPMS sensors, the complete procedure outlined below
must be performed within 15 minutes of the vehicle
being stationary.
To decrease air-pressure out of a tire you can use the
pointed end of the valve cap, a pencil-style air pressure
gage, or a key.
You will have one minute to match the rst tire/wheel
position, and ve minutes overall, to match all four
tire/wheel positions. If it takes longer than one minute to
match the rst tire and wheel, or more than ve
minutes to match all four tire/wheel positions, the
matching process stops and you will need to start over.
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The TPM matching process is outlined below:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Press the push-button ignition switch to Acc.
3. Using the keyless access transmitter, lock and
unlock the vehicle’s doors.
4. Press the lock and unlock buttons, at the same
time, on the keyless access transmitter. A single
horn chirp will sound, indicating that the TPMS
is ready, and the sensor matching process
can begin.
5. Start with the driver side front tire.
6. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem.
Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or
decreasing the tire’s air pressure for ve seconds,
or until a horn chirp sounds. The horn chirp,
which may take up to 30 seconds to sound,
conrms that the sensor identication code has
been matched to this tire position.
7. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat
the procedure in Step 6.
8. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat
the procedure in Step 6.
9. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and repeat the
procedure in Step 6.10. After hearing the conrming single horn chirp for the
driver side rear tire, a double horn chirp will sound to
signal the tire matching mode is no longer active.
Press the push-button ignition switch to Acc.
11. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure
level as indicated on the tire and loading information
label.
12. Put the valve caps back on the valve stems.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
We recommend that you regularly inspect your
vehicle’s tires, including the spare tire, for signs of
wear or damage. SeeWhen It Is Time for New
Tires on page 5-75for more information.
Tire rotation is not recommended if your vehicle
has the following performance tire combinations:
P235/50R17 size tires on the front wheels
and P255/45R17 size tires on the rear wheels.
P235/50ZR18 size tires on the front wheels
and P255/45ZR18 size tires on the rear
wheels.
P255/45R18 size tires on the front wheels and
P275/40R19 size tires on the rear wheels.
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Your dealer/retailer will know the kind of wheel
you need.
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted
the same way as the one it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts,
wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
sensors, replace them only with new GM original
equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the
right wheel, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, and TPMS
sensors for your vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel
bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be
dangerous. It could affect the braking and
handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose
air and make you lose control. You could have
a collision in which you or others could be
injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel
bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement.Notice:The wrong wheel can also cause problems
with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height,
vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain
clearance to the body and chassis.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-96for more
information.
Used Replacement Wheels
{CAUTION:
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You cannot know how it has been
used or how far it has been driven. It could fail
suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to
replace a wheel, use a new GM original
equipment wheel.
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3. Remove the tire
sealant and
compressor kit strap by
squeezing the two
tabs of the quick
release buckle.
4. Remove the sealant and compressor kit from its
foam container.
Tire Sealant
Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the
sealant canister.
The sealant can temporarily seal small punctures in the
tread area of the tire. The sealant cannot seal sidewall
damage, large punctures, or a tire that has unseated
from the wheel. SeeRoadside Service on page 7-6if
you need assistance.The sealant can only be used to seal one tire. After
usage, the sealant canister and sealant lling hose
assembly must be replaced at a dealer/retailer. See
Removal and Installation of Sealant Canister later in
this section.
Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant
canister, if it has expired, see your dealer/retailer for a
replacement.
Using the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit
Follow these directions closely for correct sealant usage.
1. Place the sealant and compressor kit on the ground
and unwrap the sealant lling hose from the
compressor.
2. Remove the air compressor accessory plug from
the unit. To do this, pull the top portion of the
wrapped cord out rst, then the bottom, and then
unsnap the plug. Do not insert the plug into an
accessory outlet yet.
3. Remove the valve stem cap or tire pressure
monitoring sensor from the at tire by turning
it counterclockwise.
If an object, such as a nail, has penetrated the tire,
do not remove it.
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The underhood fuse block is located in the front of the
engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the
vehicle. SeeEngine Compartment Overview on
page 5-11for more information on location and removal
procedure for the front compartment underhood
sights shields.
To access the fuses, push in the tabs located on each
side of the fuse block cover, then lift the cover off.
Notice:Spilling liquid on any electrical components
on your vehicle may damage it. Always keep the
covers on any electrical component.
Fuses JCase Usage
ABS MTRABS Module- ABS
Module-StabiliTrak
®
AFS Active Front Steering
BLWR Blower Motor
FAN 1 Cooling Fan-Low Speed
FAN 2 Cooling Fan-High Speed
LPDB 1 Driver Side Rear Fuse Block
LPDB 2 Driver Side Rear Fuse Block
RPDB 1 Passenger Side Rear Fuse Block
RPDB 2 Passenger Side Rear Fuse Block
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
STRTR Starter
Fuses Mini Usage
A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch
ABS ABS Module-StabiliTrak
®
ABS IGN Antilock Brake Controller
AUX OUTLET Rear Accessory Power Outlet
BRK VAC
PUMPBrake Vacuum Pump
CCP Climate Control Panel
CCP/RLY
COILSClimate Control Panel, Headlamp
Level Control, Active Cruise Control,
Relay Coils, Starter, Front Blower
ECM 1 Engine Control Module (ECM)
ECM/TCM
BATTECM, Transmission Control
Module (TCM)
ECM/TCM IGNECM, TCM, Instrument Panel
Cluster
EKM/I/P MDLEasy Key Module (EKM), Instrument
Panel Module (I/P MDL)
EVEN COILSEven Ignition Coils, Even Fuel
Injectors
FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps
FRT PWR
OUTLETFront Accessory Power Outlet
FUEL COOL Fuel Cooling
HORN Horn
HTD
WASH/AQSHeated Headlamp Washer, Air
Quality Sensor
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Fuses Mini Usage
HUDHeads-Up Display, Steering Column
Switch
I/BEAM IntelliBeam Relay
I/P MDL/ALDLInstrument Panel Module, Assembly
Line Data Link Connector
LIC DIMLicense Plate, Instrument Panel
Dimming
LT HI BEAM Driver Side High Beam Headlamp
LT LO BEAM Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp
LT PRKDriver Side Park Lamp/Driver Side
Taillamp
ODD COILSOdd Ignition Coils, Odd Fuel
Injectors
POST
O2 SNSRPost Oxygen Sensor
PRE O2 SNSR Pre Oxygen Sensor, CAM Sensors
RAIN
SNSR/TPMRain Sensor, Relay Coil:
Headlamp Wash
RT HI BEAMPassenger Side High Beam
Headlamp
RT LO BEAMPassenger Side Low Beam
Headlamp
RT PRKPassenger Side Park Lamp,
Passenger Side Taillamp
SPARE Spare
SPARE SpareFuses Mini Usage
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
V/CHKInstrument Panel Module-Voltage
Check
WPR Wipe/Wash Module Assembly
WPR SW/VICS Rain Sensor, Wiper Switch
Relays Usage
A/C CMPRSR
CLTCHAir Conditioning Compressor Clutch
ACCYAccessory Rain Sensor, Headlamp
Washer Relay Coil, Windshield
Wiper/Washer Module
BRK
VAC PUMPBrake Vacuum Pump
FAN S/P Cooling Fan Series/Parallel
FOG LAMP Fog Lamps
FRT BLWR Front Blower Motor
FUEL COOL Fuel Cooling Pump
HI BEAM High Beam Headlamp
HI FAN SPD Cooling Fan High Speed
HORN Horn
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Driver’s Side
Fuses Usage
AMP Amplier
INCLR PUMP Inner Cooler Pump (Option)
THEFT/SHFTTheft Sensors, Auto Shifter, Power
Sounder
MRTD MDLMagnetic Ride Control Module
(Option)Fuses Usage
REAR DR MDL Rear Door Modules
ELC EXHElectronic Level Control, Exhaust
Solenoid (Option)
DDMDriver Door Module, Front Door
SubWoofers (Option)
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