Battery Voltage High; Battery Voltage Low; Brake Vacuum Problem; Change Trans Fluid - Cadillac 1998 DeVille Owner's Manual

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BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH
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8: This message
shows that the electrical charging system is
overcharging (more than 16 volts). To avoid being
stranded, have the electrical system checked
by your
dealership. You can reduce the charging overload by
using the accessories. Turn on the lamps and radio, set
the climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on HI,
and turn the rear window defogger on. You can monitor
battery voltage on the Driver Information Center (DIC)
by pressing the INFO button. The normal range is
11.5 to 15.5 volts when the engine is running.
BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW
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6: This message will
appear when the electrical system is charging less than
10 volts or if the battery has been drained.
If this
message appears immediately after starting, it is possible
that the generator can still recharge the battery. The
battery should recharge and may take a few hours to do
so. Consider using an auxiliary charger to boost the
battery after returning home or to a final destination.
(Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions when
recharging the battery.)
If this message appears while driving or after starting
your vehicle and stays on, have it checked immediately
to determine the cause of this problem. To help the
generator recharge the battery quickly, you can reduce
the load on the electrical system by turning
off the
accessories. You can monitor battery voltage on the
Driver Information Center (DIC) by pressing the
INFORMATION (INFO) button. The normal range is
11.5 to 15.5 volts.
BRAKE VACUUM PROBLEM
-108: The circuit in
the brake booster vacuum has shorted or is loose when
this message appears. Your vehicle may lose power
brakes but you will still have the use of manual brakes.
The power brakes will not be affected if the problem
is
caused by a failed sensor. Have your vehicle serviced
immediately at your dealership.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
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82: This means that the life
of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed
within 200 miles (322
km).
See "Engine Oil" and "Filter
Recommendations'' in the Maintenance Schedule
booklet. After an oil change, the Oil Life Indicator must
be reset. For more information, see "How to Reset
the
Oil Life Indicator" in the Index.
CHANGE TRANS FLUID
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47:
This message will
appear when it is time to replace the transaxle fluid. See
the Maintenance Schedule booklet for the proper fluid
and change intervals.
CHECK BRAKE FLUID
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3 7 :
This message will
display if the ignition is in RUN to inform the driver that
the brake fluid level is low. Check the brake reservoir
level and add fluid as needed. Have the brake system
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