Home » Cadillac » Troubleshooting » 2003 Cadillac CTS

2003 Cadillac CTS Support Question

Find answers below for this question about 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Need a 2003 Cadillac CTS manual? We have 1 online manual for this item!

Cadillac Overview Questions Manuals Reviews Videos Research

Question posted by BoxmaMattc on May 9th, 2014

What Does The Check Engine Light Mean On A 2003 Cadillac Cts

The person who posted this question about this Cadillac automobile did not include a detailed explanation. Please use the "Request More Information" button to the right if more details would help you to answer this question.

I Know the Answer!

I have the same question
Request More Information

Current Answers

There are currently no answers that have been posted for this question.
Be the first to post an answer!

Remember that you can earn up to 1,100 points for every answer you submit. The better the quality of your answer, the better chance it has to be accepted.

Related Manual Pages

Owner's Manual - Page 2

...different conditions. Your Driving and the Road Here you how to contact Cadillac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. Maintenance ...flat tire or overheated engine, etc. It also gives you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to use your audio system. The 2003 Cadillac CTS Owner's Manual 1-1 ...

Owner's Manual - Page 5

...you need help avoid the damage. D D D D "Engine Compartment Overview" "Instrument Panel" "Comfort Controls" "Audio Systems" Also see "Warning Lights and Gages" in the Index. They use symbols instead of... a component, gage or indicator reference the following topics in the Index: NOTICE: These mean there is something...

Owner's Manual - Page 90

...your vehicle. Turn the ignition off and try another ignition key. If the engine still does not start and the security light comes on, the key may not cause interference, and (2) this equipment. ... value of Industry Canada. If your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system to check the fuse. This procedure is for the vehicle. See your vehicle does start the vehicle...

Owner's Manual - Page 91

Then continue with the second current driver's key. If the engine will turn off . The security light will not start the engine. Your vehicle is not working properly and must add a step to the following : 1. In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside Assistance. See "Roadside Assistance" in the ignition and start see your dealer for service...

Owner's Manual - Page 140

..., call 1-888-4-ONSTAR. In addition, they can perform a check of the engine on , press the OnStar Services button. An advisor can help... with vacation/trip planning and other unique items and services. 2-72 The advisor can provide step-by-step guidance following an accident. Remote Diagnostics: If an instrument panel light...

Owner's Manual - Page 153

... one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that works along with the warning lights and gages. and even dangerous. Warning lights come on when you are familiar with this section, you or others from injury. If you start the engine just to do about it becomes serious enough to...

Owner's Manual - Page 154

... is an air bag readiness light on . 2-86 This means the system is ready. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module. If the driver's belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on and stay on when you are...

Owner's Manual - Page 159

See your dealer for the life of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light will go out or if the light comes on and stays on , also. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your vehicle is equipped with the cooling system. It will come on to indicate that there is a problem and service is...

Owner's Manual - Page 160

... to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. 2-92 This light will also come on, have it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. A misfire condition has been detected. Dealer ... and may cause this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as a check to show you it...

Owner's Manual - Page 162

... and your battery has run as efficiently as stalling after start-up .) This will not pass this inspection if the CHECK ENGINE light is designed to fuel your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. Failure to prepare the vehicle for lack of routine driving. Poor fuel quality will require at least one...

Owner's Manual - Page 163

Check your engine oil pressure. When the light comes on and stays on , be sure to have it fixed so it catches fire. You could be burned. If it doesn't come on , it means that it will be costly and is low. It goes off once you turn your key to be a problem with your...

Owner's Manual - Page 173

...DIC) Messages" later in this item, the current battery voltage is displayed. The engine oil life monitor does not check the amount of oil your vehicle has, so you select this item, the ...display, that means that 99% of the current transmission fluid life remains. See "Engine Oil" in the normal range, the display will have OK after it for future reference. You should check the oil level...

Owner's Manual - Page 178

... This symbol appears with the Check Coolant Level message. You should make sure that the driver's door is low on windshield washer fluid. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for more information. When this message appears on the display, it means that the driver's door was not closed completely. 2-110 When this message...

Owner's Manual - Page 198

...climate control settings, radio preset settings, exterior lighting at the last set . 2. Press the TUNE/SEL knob once to ON, but do not start the engine. If your vehicle is equipped with personalization ...that can repeat Step 6. 2-130 Press the TUNE/SEL knob once to two people. If the feature is turned on, a check mark will...

Owner's Manual - Page 261

...engine stops, you will check itself. If you start your engine... and begin to cool between hard stops. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is a mistake. If there's a problem with traffic. Your brakes may not have some power brake assist. If your brake pedal moves a little. When you do a lot of unnecessary braking. That means... light ...

Owner's Manual - Page 277

...you must start when you 'll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America. If it needs service, have up-to ...distance at higher speeds, you may tend to help if you can check before starting out. D Wiper Blades: Are they all inflated to... you are going slower than you checked all windows clean inside and outside? don't plan to the recommended...

Owner's Manual - Page 337

... oil pressure light and/or the Oil Pressure Low--Stop Engine message on the DIC appears on the driver's side of the engine compartment, near the front of the vehicle. The engine oil dipstick is located on the instrument cluster, it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 6-11 Remove it means you need...

Owner's Manual - Page 347

...instructions here, or you may choose to have it checked is when the engine oil is fully seated. See "Recommended Fluids and...fluid level is cool enough for you check your Cadillac dealership service department. How to Check Because this done at the filler plug ...3. Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have this operation can mean that the lubricant level is fully ...

Owner's Manual - Page 357

... out of the engine compartment. The other reason is that fluid is low, the Check Brake Fluid message will come on the engine. Brakes Brake Fluid system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or ...to "top off" your brake warning light will be damaged. See "Brake System Warning Light" in the Index for more information. It is hot enough. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in , the fluid ...

Owner's Manual - Page 431

... D Flat Tire Change (Covers change only) D Trip Interruption -- Cadillac Owner Privilegest Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privilegest at "no charge," throughout your trip is performed on site for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside Service is available to the nearest Cadillac dealership. 8-6 If your 2003 Cadillac Warranty Period -- 48 months/ 50,000 miles (80...