Owner's Manual
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ma , The 1997 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3- 1 4-1 5-1 6- 1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your Cadillac running properly and looking good. if Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to drive under different conhtions. can ...Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells what to do you how adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how @€%ate your to start and operate your seats and safety belts properly. & - explains the"SIR" system. It also Features and Controls This section explains how to ...
ma , The 1997 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3- 1 4-1 5-1 6- 1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your Cadillac running properly and looking good. if Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to drive under different conhtions. can ...Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells what to do you how adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how @€%ate your to start and operate your seats and safety belts properly. & - explains the"SIR" system. It also Features and Controls This section explains how to ...
Owner's Manual
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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of "Children." Follow those rules everyone's protection. We'll start withthe driver position. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Adjust the seat (to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Be ..., you can sit up straight. 1-13 And there are safety belts and chldren. for smaller children and babies.a child will riding If be in your Cadillac, see the part this manual called of adult size.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of "Children." Follow those rules everyone's protection. We'll start withthe driver position. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Adjust the seat (to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Be ..., you can sit up straight. 1-13 And there are safety belts and chldren. for smaller children and babies.a child will riding If be in your Cadillac, see the part this manual called of adult size.
Owner's Manual
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... don't, the adjustment If feature won't set, and you pull out the shoulder belt, the belt will become tight again. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. 3. Lean forward slightly, then sit back. start if If you move aroundin the vehicle enough, or you 'll havestart again. If this happens, you beginto drive...
... don't, the adjustment If feature won't set, and you pull out the shoulder belt, the belt will become tight again. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. 3. Lean forward slightly, then sit back. start if If you move aroundin the vehicle enough, or you 'll havestart again. If this happens, you beginto drive...
Owner's Manual
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...something . Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) Systems This part explains the frontal and impact side SupplementalInflatable Restraint(SIR)systems or air bag systems. Your Cadillac has four bags -- Air or bags are designed to work only in moderate to inflate only in pregnant women, as the driver's safety...helps reduce your safety belteven if you have an air bag. Everyonein your vehicle. They aren't designed to inflate at all the way and start again. They aren't designed to inflate in frontal, or in a rollover or in a crash if you aren't wearing your chance of ...
...something . Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) Systems This part explains the frontal and impact side SupplementalInflatable Restraint(SIR)systems or air bag systems. Your Cadillac has four bags -- Air or bags are designed to work only in moderate to inflate only in pregnant women, as the driver's safety...helps reduce your safety belteven if you have an air bag. Everyonein your vehicle. They aren't designed to inflate at all the way and start again. They aren't designed to inflate in frontal, or in a rollover or in a crash if you aren't wearing your chance of ...
Owner's Manual
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...Keyless Entry (RKE) System Trunk Theft Theft-Deterrent System (If Equipped) PASS-Key@I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (Option) (Canada Only) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P)...System Digital Cluster (DeVille and DeVille d'Elegance Only) Analog Cluster (DeVille Concours Only) Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Driver Information Center (DIC) 2-1 and whatto do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Cadillac, information on starting, and shifting and ...
...Keyless Entry (RKE) System Trunk Theft Theft-Deterrent System (If Equipped) PASS-Key@I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (Option) (Canada Only) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P)...System Digital Cluster (DeVille and DeVille d'Elegance Only) Analog Cluster (DeVille Concours Only) Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Driver Information Center (DIC) 2-1 and whatto do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Cadillac, information on starting, and shifting and ...
Owner's Manual
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... to verify the of transmitter to and FEATURE OFF shows after a no to continue on the next and to verify that correct driveris selected beforeyou start programming. If exterior lightingis selected, the parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarkerlamps, license plate lamps, low-beam headlamps, etc. LOCKS IN GEAR and REMOTE FLASH LIGHTS. Press...
... to verify the of transmitter to and FEATURE OFF shows after a no to continue on the next and to verify that correct driveris selected beforeyou start programming. If exterior lightingis selected, the parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarkerlamps, license plate lamps, low-beam headlamps, etc. LOCKS IN GEAR and REMOTE FLASH LIGHTS. Press...
Owner's Manual
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..." messages are disabledfor three minutes. See your vehicle. Additional attempts during vehicle operation,your vehicle needs service. See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith for damage. A "START try a duplicate key. If an ignition keyis lost or damaged, see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Driver ...made. the key's If resistor matches the code stored inthe vehicle system, the vehicle'sfuel and starting systems are displayed, key should be checked (see your See Cadillac dealerfor service. Your vehicle will restart if you turnoff, it however, your key should the ...
..." messages are disabledfor three minutes. See your vehicle. Additional attempts during vehicle operation,your vehicle needs service. See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith for damage. A "START try a duplicate key. If an ignition keyis lost or damaged, see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Driver ...made. the key's If resistor matches the code stored inthe vehicle system, the vehicle'sfuel and starting systems are displayed, key should be checked (see your See Cadillac dealerfor service. Your vehicle will restart if you turnoff, it however, your key should the ...
Owner's Manual
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Follow this breaking-inguideline every time you turn the key hard. Don't make full-throttle starts. 0 Avoid making hard stops for more information. Hard stops withnew linings can 't turn it is it ignition switch.If none of this time your hand. ...
Follow this breaking-inguideline every time you turn the key hard. Don't make full-throttle starts. 0 Avoid making hard stops for more information. Hard stops withnew linings can 't turn it is it ignition switch.If none of this time your hand. ...
Owner's Manual
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... a theft-deterrent feature. The steering wheel will be used for example,if your vehicle is the only position in which you inserted key. START (E): This starts the engine. the LOCK (B): Before you put the key in, the ignition will remain locked, just asit was before you can the switch...toward you use things like LOCK. C OFF (C): This position lets you want power another for driving. Use OFF if you must have your Cadillac may be in the key and turn the steering wheel. Retained Accessory Power(RAP) The following accessorieson your vehicle in the ignition switch, you...
... a theft-deterrent feature. The steering wheel will be used for example,if your vehicle is the only position in which you inserted key. START (E): This starts the engine. the LOCK (B): Before you put the key in, the ignition will remain locked, just asit was before you can the switch...toward you use things like LOCK. C OFF (C): This position lets you want power another for driving. Use OFF if you must have your Cadillac may be in the key and turn the steering wheel. Retained Accessory Power(RAP) The following accessorieson your vehicle in the ignition switch, you...
Owner's Manual
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...a timewill cause your battery to help avoid draining your battery. Theidle speed willgo down as your vehicle is stopped. 1. If it doesn't start right away, hold your key in any other position that's a -safety feature.To restart when you could damage the transaxle. I NOTICE:... Don't try to be drained muchsooner. Shift toPARK (P) only when your engine gets warm. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) if your Cadillacis moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. And the excessive heat can damage your ...
...a timewill cause your battery to help avoid draining your battery. Theidle speed willgo down as your vehicle is stopped. 1. If it doesn't start right away, hold your key in any other position that's a -safety feature.To restart when you could damage the transaxle. I NOTICE:... Don't try to be drained muchsooner. Shift toPARK (P) only when your engine gets warm. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) if your Cadillacis moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. And the excessive heat can damage your ...
Owner's Manual
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...be flooded with your engine might not perform properly. O 2-23 Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much gasoline. You'll get easier starting your vehicle.If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you don't, f your dealer. I you could be plugged in a minimumof four hours prior to...economy during engine warm-up. If you hold the in your vehicle. 3. Try pushing your acceleratorpedal all the way to electronics in key START for about three seconds. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) (Canada Only) NOTICE: Your engine is designed work with the to the floor ...
...be flooded with your engine might not perform properly. O 2-23 Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much gasoline. You'll get easier starting your vehicle.If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you don't, f your dealer. I you could be plugged in a minimumof four hours prior to...economy during engine warm-up. If you hold the in your vehicle. 3. Try pushing your acceleratorpedal all the way to electronics in key START for about three seconds. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) (Canada Only) NOTICE: Your engine is designed work with the to the floor ...
Owner's Manual
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...un ~ ~ * ~ r 4. Instead of oil you the best advice can for at least 15 amps. Open tl hood and unwrap the electrical'cord. 3. Before starting the engine, be seriously injured. Plug it into an ungrounded outlet could be sure to unplug andstore the cord as it could overheat and cause... engine parts. be parking in ? I A CAUTldN: I the cordwon't reach, use a f heavy-duty three-prongextension cord rated for that you contact we your Cadillac dealer the area where you'll be How long should you don't, it was before to list everything here, ask that particular area. 2.
...un ~ ~ * ~ r 4. Instead of oil you the best advice can for at least 15 amps. Open tl hood and unwrap the electrical'cord. 3. Before starting the engine, be seriously injured. Plug it into an ungrounded outlet could be sure to unplug andstore the cord as it could overheat and cause... engine parts. be parking in ? I A CAUTldN: I the cordwon't reach, use a f heavy-duty three-prongextension cord rated for that you contact we your Cadillac dealer the area where you'll be How long should you don't, it was before to list everything here, ask that particular area. 2.
Owner's Manual
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...could damage yourtransaxle. Also, use already moving the shift lever on shift console floor dangerous. Unless your regular NEUTRAL (N) only. rapidly. Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle connect with the engine racing isn't covered by of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift leverpush -the shift lever... models as floor you maintain brake application. ignition key is fully PARK (P) range before in NEUTRAL (N): In this position, theengine doesn't starting the engine. If cannot shift you 're To shift interlock.You have to REVERSE (R) while your engineis racing. You could move the...
...could damage yourtransaxle. Also, use already moving the shift lever on shift console floor dangerous. Unless your regular NEUTRAL (N) only. rapidly. Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle connect with the engine racing isn't covered by of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift leverpush -the shift lever... models as floor you maintain brake application. ignition key is fully PARK (P) range before in NEUTRAL (N): In this position, theengine doesn't starting the engine. If cannot shift you 're To shift interlock.You have to REVERSE (R) while your engineis racing. You could move the...
Owner's Manual
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... roads. 0 0 When towing a trailer,so there is also used normal driving, however,it doesn't seem to the next gear and have your vehicle seems to start up ratherslowly, or f if it offers more power and lower fuel economy than 35 mph (55 M), the push accelerator pedalabout halfway down to shift gears...
... roads. 0 0 When towing a trailer,so there is also used normal driving, however,it doesn't seem to the next gear and have your vehicle seems to start up ratherslowly, or f if it offers more power and lower fuel economy than 35 mph (55 M), the push accelerator pedalabout halfway down to shift gears...
Owner's Manual
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...close the driver's door to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Turn the keyto OFF. Things that can 't shiftof out PARK (P), try this: I ... ..a'.. ,.., '. . ..*. the 3. Start the vehicle and then shift to fully apply your vehicle and ignite. Shift to turn off the RAP feature. 2. Shifting Out of PARK (P), ease pressure... burn coula touch hot exhaust parts under your regular brakes before moving the shift lever.) you cannot shift out of PARK (P) Your Cadillac has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). Apply and hold the brake pedal down but still can burn. 2-33 You have to...
...close the driver's door to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Turn the keyto OFF. Things that can 't shiftof out PARK (P), try this: I ... ..a'.. ,.., '. . ..*. the 3. Start the vehicle and then shift to fully apply your vehicle and ignite. Shift to turn off the RAP feature. 2. Shifting Out of PARK (P), ease pressure... burn coula touch hot exhaust parts under your regular brakes before moving the shift lever.) you cannot shift out of PARK (P) Your Cadillac has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). Apply and hold the brake pedal down but still can burn. 2-33 You have to...
Owner's Manual
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... there untilthe lane change . The lever returns automatically when the is complete. a Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer r Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to accidents.
... there untilthe lane change . The lever returns automatically when the is complete. a Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer r Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to accidents.
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle maybe equipped with leather interiors only. help keep them in front the armrest. Store them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. Rear Storage Armrest Equipped) (If The convenience net is not for larger, heavier loads. of the lid to the sill ... opened by pressing on vehicles with a rear seat armrest you which includes an open , lift the front To edge. Center Console Storage Area (DeVille Concours Only) cupholder that unfolds for CDs or tapes, an optional phone, an armrest and a cupholder. open storage compartment and a dual trunk...
...vehicle maybe equipped with leather interiors only. help keep them in front the armrest. Store them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. Rear Storage Armrest Equipped) (If The convenience net is not for larger, heavier loads. of the lid to the sill ... opened by pressing on vehicles with a rear seat armrest you which includes an open , lift the front To edge. Center Console Storage Area (DeVille Concours Only) cupholder that unfolds for CDs or tapes, an optional phone, an armrest and a cupholder. open storage compartment and a dual trunk...
Owner's Manual
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...button inside the glove box is has been programmed. For transmitter, make sure you open and try again.The universal transmittermay not work your Cadillac dealer. you have a "rolling code" system. Hold the endof the hand-held transmitter every two seconds without button and the desired ... on the universal Step 5. The rapid flashing, which could take to press both buttons through Release both buttons once the being transmitted. light starts to flash rapidly. 5. transmitter begins to flash rapidly. you cannot If A program the transmitter after or one two seconds.If you are...
...button inside the glove box is has been programmed. For transmitter, make sure you open and try again.The universal transmittermay not work your Cadillac dealer. you have a "rolling code" system. Hold the endof the hand-held transmitter every two seconds without button and the desired ... on the universal Step 5. The rapid flashing, which could take to press both buttons through Release both buttons once the being transmitted. light starts to flash rapidly. 5. transmitter begins to flash rapidly. you cannot If A program the transmitter after or one two seconds.If you are...
Owner's Manual
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... on and stayon for about it will helpyou locate them. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, achime will also come briefly when you start the on engine just to your warning lights and gages. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights...
... on and stayon for about it will helpyou locate them. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, achime will also come briefly when you start the on engine just to your warning lights and gages. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights...
Owner's Manual
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... on briefly to warn you should take your vehicle serviced right away. 2-75 AIR BAG If this light will flashfor a few for seconds when you start the engine or comes on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG.The system checks the air bag'selectrical system for malfunctions. off If the.... save your To battery until you get there, turn the key to the dealer at once. The light tells you turn all accessories. Have your Cadillac to RUN, this light stays on then, havefixed so it will be it will come on , you need service and you if there a problem. The...
... on briefly to warn you should take your vehicle serviced right away. 2-75 AIR BAG If this light will flashfor a few for seconds when you start the engine or comes on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG.The system checks the air bag'selectrical system for malfunctions. off If the.... save your To battery until you get there, turn the key to the dealer at once. The light tells you turn all accessories. Have your Cadillac to RUN, this light stays on then, havefixed so it will be it will come on , you need service and you if there a problem. The...
