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| 1999 Cadillac | 11/19/2009 |
Q: Every once in a while like today my wife went to start her car. It was completely dead. Nothing ...
A: By nature, we all know the battery is key element in power supply for the vehicle. The battery is ...
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| 1988 cadillac eldorado wont start | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I recently was given an 88 eldorado. the ignition was popped and a screwdriver is being used, the ...
A: First, its been far too long since I worked on one of these. They were kind of like in a transition ...
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| 2001 deville dash pad replacement | 11/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Deville that I just purchased and the dash pad is curling in the middle and on the ...
A: To be perfectly honest, I have changed thousands of dashes over the years, but the last Caddy I did ...
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| 1995 Cadillac Sedan Deville | 11/13/2009 |
Q: Can you please tell me, or better still provide a diagram, of where the starter enable relay is ...
A: I have no such diagram for a car that old. If the engine is not cranking, there is a good chance ...
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| 93 cadillac sedan deville column shifter | 11/13/2009 |
Q: ok i have a 4.9L cadillac sedan deville, i was leavin the gas station and it shifted from park to ...
A: I can only guess, but what is very common is a bad Park cable. There is a cable that goes between ...
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| 90 Cadilac Eldorado | 11/12/2009 |
Q: How do I remove the radio in me eldo, I need to replace the unit.
A: Observe the center trim well for any screws. If you see any, unscrew. Most of these face plates pull ...
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| Turn Signals | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 1993 Cadillac Sixty-Special. I need to replace the front turn signal bulbs. I have to ...
A: Don't be embarrassed. The factory plays games like this. I would suggest getting the replacement ...
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| 86 deville | 11/10/2009 |
Q: the windshield wipers wont come on. no blown fuse
A: Could be a bad motor. Could be a bad wiper switch in steering column. The simplest mich be where the ...
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| CADILLAC TRANSMISSION FLUID | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I think my 2000 Cadillac STS need transmission fluid. Where do i put it?
A: Chances are pretty good that you have a closed system with no dipstick tube. You need to take to GM ...
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| Only my headlights work | 11/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 1980 cadillac deville 4.1 liter V6, I'm having an electrical issue. Only my headlights ...
A: Unfortunately, I no longer have books that old anymore and suggested alldata. If it goes back that ...
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| 1997 Cadillac Cluster lights | 11/7/2009 |
Q: While our car was parked for a few hours we began driving home and noticed our dashboard cluster was ...
A: Well, the next step is to remove the cluster and see if there is power going to it. If there is--bad ...
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| Only my headlights work | 11/6/2009 |
Q: I have a 1980 cadillac deville 4.1 liter V6, I'm having an electrical issue. Only my headlights ...
A: I should be getting commission from http://www.alldata.com. You should be able to get the info you ...
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| horn, lights will not shut off | 11/5/2009 |
Q: i have a 1984 eldorado birritz factory convertable mint condition today i started the car and the ...
A: Everything is integrated so you are not going to bypass it. Pay the membership fee for ...
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| olds 88 vat system 1994 | 11/3/2009 |
Q: we parked car came back 30 min. later no start interior items work but will not turn starter over i ...
A: Most common problem was VATS wires break in Column causing repairs of either replacing ignition lock ...
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| Dome lights | 11/2/2009 |
Q: I have a 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood rwd. I'm having a problem with the dome lights staying on they ...
A: There can be many different issues here, however the most common is a bad door jamb pin switch. ...
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| timing | 10/30/2009 |
Q: were is the plug i need to unplug to put engine to base timming on my 81 eldorado 6.0l (368)f.i.
A: You are really straining my memory. I did it and I did it many times to run on 8 cyl. Here is what ...
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| 1988 Cadillac Brougham d'Elegance 4.5Ltr | 10/26/2009 |
Q: Security Light on dash board does not go off after shutting down the engine. It continues to remain ...
A: The best I can tell you is go to alldata.com and pay the $30 for membership. Type in the exact ...
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| possible moon/sun roof Leak | 10/25/2009 |
Q: My 94 SLS has a leak taht I can't quite find the source ot. Lately when it rains, my back floor ...
A: Water leaks are the worst next to a rattle to repair. You can have where a seam is not sealed ...
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| 1989 Cadillac Seville steering column disassembly... | 10/23/2009 |
Q: The rack %26 rod assembly in my steering wheel broke inside my Cadillac Seville that has the factory ...
A: Some of the tilt levers are tight. You may end up leaving marks, but it can't be helped. You need to ...
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| FUEL TROBLE!! | 10/21/2009 |
Q: i have a 1989 cadillac sedan deville.. and the other day i rode it out to an empty tank..i pushed it ...
A: You might have fried the fuel tank mounted fuel pump. Back in the days with carbs, it was no big ...
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| 1999 Cadillac Deville | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I picked up a used '99 Deville a week ago and it ran great until today. Only around 50k miles. I ...
A: GM will not bypass the VATS and very few know how to do it. I have walked little old ladies through ...
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| 1999 Cadillac Deville | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I picked up a used '99 Deville a week ago and it ran great until today. Only around 50k miles. I ...
A: The 368 ci 4-6-8 was a great engine as long as you made it run on all 8 by disconnecting one wire ...
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| 1999 Cadillac Deville | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I picked up a used '99 Deville a week ago and it ran great until today. Only around 50k miles. I ...
A: There could be many things, but possibly a bad starter or a problem in that Junk factory installed ...
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| Won't start | 10/17/2009 |
Q: 2000 Deville turn ignition car won't crank. however there is a clicking sound that keeps going for a ...
A: This is not a PK III transponder so-called anti-theft problem. I am not at the vehicle, but a good ...
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| how to shut off blower | 10/16/2009 |
Q: wher is the blower wire located in my cadillac seville. blower will not shut off and is draining ...
A: Unfortunately, you are dealing with a problem Cadillac has had for as far back as 1980 that they ...
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| over night battery drain | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 Deville and my car wont start in the morings without a jump. It runs allday after. I ...
A: By nature, fuse boxes and anything getting constant current will get hot. Your problem seems to be a ...
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| reprogramming after changing the ignition switch | 9/19/2009 |
Q: i lost my keys to my 94 sts i had keys made at berg and they didnt work so i went and bought an ...
A: Bad news--you can't reprogram the VATS (Resistor key in the key blade. Very simple system, very ...
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| firing order for 1981 deville 6.0 | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 1981 cadillac deville on the fan cover it says it comes with a 4.1 but it is not the ...
A: Makes me wonder if this was one of those diesel to gas conversions. The common engine for 81 was the ...
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| Ignition key | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I lost my igniton key to a 1997 Cadillac deville. I was told that with just my vin number I can get ...
A: GM tightened up on giving the codes out for security purposes after doing it for 15 plus years. If ...
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| Front seat bottom too long | 9/16/2009 |
Q: I showed my wife a lovely 2002 Deville. She presently has a 2000 LeSabre. The car is a nogo because ...
A: I doubt if you will find anyone to alter the seat because there are liability issues. I understand ...
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| 1980 seville | 9/14/2009 |
Q: please don't laugh i restored a 1980 seville yesterday i took it out of the garage opened the trunk ...
A: Push on the rear seat cushion towards the rear and pull up. That takes the cushion out. You will see ...
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| 93 eldo shuts off no fuel pressure | 9/12/2009 |
Q: touring coupe with a 4.6l northstar. It shuts off approx. after15 min . sometime starts right back ...
A: Everyone thinks they need to take their car to the dealer to get fixed. You are paying double for ...
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| 2005 CTS runs for 2 seconds, and stops | 9/12/2009 |
Q: I have 2005 Cadillac CTS, I changed new battery and now car starts, runs for 2 to 3 seconds and ...
A: Unfortunately without being present at the vehicle, I have no way of knowing what is wrong. You did ...
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| 1991 Cadillac, Deville 4.9 Liter V8 | 9/11/2009 |
Q: This has car a computer chip ignition system. We would like to know how to change it over to a ...
A: Just a word of warning. It is not a good idea to place your VIN on the internet. Reason being is ...
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| 91 cadillac seville wiring problem | 9/9/2009 |
Q: i have a 91 cadillac seville and i beleave i have a wiring problem... im not a mechanic but i do ...
A: The locks and dome are commonly on the same circuit, so you might only need a fuse. The trunk ...
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| 1999 Cadillac Starting Disabled | 9/8/2009 |
Q: My 99 Cadillac Deville wont start, wont turn over. My dashboard says starting disabled remove key. ...
A: Well, if you know the starter is good and the battery is good, you are a victim of the great ...
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| 1985 edorado | 9/8/2009 |
Q: Why does my car start but when i put it in drive it shuts down?
A: This is only a symptom to many different things that can be wrong. You need to take the vehicle to a ...
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| 1999 Cadillac Deville (I know its labor day but i need answers asap!!) | 9/7/2009 |
Q: First off today when i went to start my car, I hit my defrost to defrost my windows. My car then ...
A: Yes, it is labor day and you would like specific answers to very general questions that no one can ...
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| cadillac sercurity light /service engine soon light | 9/7/2009 |
Q: About a week ago my sercurity light came on after my car wld cut off at stop signs. I took it to my ...
A: You did not specify the year or model of this Cadillac. I have no clue as to what your mechanic did. ...
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| 2001 CARDILLAC | 9/6/2009 |
Q: My battery was dead and I tried to jump my car. However, the lights came on when I conected the ...
A: There are many questions I can answer and there are many I can't without being at the car. The ...
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| 1992 cadillac sts | 7/31/2009 |
Q: Just recently purchased a 92 StS, and for some strange reason it starts when it wants to! Once the ...
A: I do not get paid to answer questions here. I share my knowledge to help people. I told you I had ...
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| 1999 cadillac deville | 7/31/2009 |
Q: i had a customer who has had a attemted theft on his car, they did not do much damage. but in the ...
A: You appeared to have tested the wires properly, however I think I would tell you to go to the ...
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| 1999 cadillac deville | 7/31/2009 |
Q: i had a customer who has had a attemted theft on his car, they did not do much damage. but in the ...
A: You said you checked the VATS wire. There are two. Insert the key in the ignition and check both ...
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| 1989 eldorado | 7/29/2009 |
Q: new fuel pumpis not runing ran a wire from batrey to pump it runs new fuel pump relay but pump wont ...
A: Well, if your 89 Caddy Eldo is so-equipped with the VATS, my reference shows the VATS started in ...
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| 1989 eldorado | 7/29/2009 |
Q: new fuel pumpis not runing ran a wire from batrey to pump it runs new fuel pump relay but pump wont ...
A: Not sure what to tell you here. Ignition anti-theft system did not start until 1990 production to my ...
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| 2003 CADILLAC CTS | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 Cadillac Cts the interior lights dont work, the keyless entry don't work, and how the ...
A: Yes the body control module can be bad, but what if you replace that and that is not your problem? ...
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| 2003 CADILLAC CTS | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 Cadillac Cts the interior lights dont work, the keyless entry don't work, and how the ...
A: To be perfectly honest, without testing the vehicle myself and unless I had a factory electrical ...
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| 2003 CADILLAC CTS | 7/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 Cadillac Cts the interior lights dont work, the keyless entry don't work, and how the ...
A: You have fallen into the common trap of chasing ghosts by replacing the battery and alternator and ...
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| 1991 cadillac sedan de deville | 7/26/2009 |
Q: Car starter won't turn over with key. Thinking about replacing the starter relay or passkey module. ...
A: As I just answered to a lady that just changed her alternator and battery and still having a battery ...
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| Interior Vent Fans Stay On | 7/25/2009 |
Q: Rob, When I turn off the ignition and pull the key the fans still blow air continuously. I didn't ...
A: You appear to have the same problem many Cadillac owners have had since the early 80's in which the ...
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| lost my keys to a 1991 Eldorado Bairritz | 7/24/2009 |
Q: I lost the keys to my 1991 Eldorado and I had new keys made. My car wouldn't start so I put in a new ...
A: You do not have normal ignition keys, nor will they work. You key for the vehicle has a chip ...
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| Central Power Supply location. | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 1988 Cadillac Allante and I've narrowed my problem down to the Central Power Supply but I ...
A: What is your complaint that you need to find the central power supply? As I stated. I own one of ...
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| Cadillac Eldorado 1999 | 7/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 4.6 liter 32 value V-8 Cadillac Eldorado. The car runs perfectly. Unfortunately ...
A: Something in that circuit causing the light to come on and it does not have to be a bad torque ...
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| 2000 Escalade | 7/20/2009 |
Q: 2000 Escalade heater fan quit working. Is there a specific fuse or relay to check?
A: You need to look at your owner's manual in order to determine the fuse location for the blower fuse. ...
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| 97 Cadillac Catera no start issue | 7/20/2009 |
Q: First let me take a moment to say thank you for all that you do for the people out there. I was ...
A: According to my information you Caterra has a PKIII transponder system. Just a friendly word of ...
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| Cadillac Eldorado 1999 | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 4.6 liter 32 value V-8 Cadillac Eldorado. The car runs perfectly. Unfortunately ...
A: GM changed the check engine light to service engine soon. The purpose for the light going on is only ...
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| cadillac deville | 7/17/2009 |
Q: thinking about buying a 1997 cadillac deville with 128,000miles. Northstar engine......good buy? ...
A: I don't know if it is a good deal. You did not state price condition etc. Northstar uses oil and ...
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| AC Blower Motor Relay | 7/15/2009 |
Q: I want to know where the airconditioning blower motor relay is located.
A: You did not specify year or model, but that's ok. Here is the bad news--these vehicles don't have ...
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| DEAD BATTERY | 7/14/2009 |
Q: My battery seem to go dead after it sits overnight. I have to recharge the battery every morning> I ...
A: It sounds like you have a parasitic draw. Could be a dome light, cigarette lighter problem, shorted ...
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| engine repair | 7/12/2009 |
Q: i just change plugs on a 2000 cadillac dts 32 valve northstar engine1now the engine is still running ...
A: The check engine light flashing is only a symptom telling you something is wrong with the computer ...
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| 1995 cadillac motor wont turn over | 7/11/2009 |
Q: my 1995 cadillac wont turn over at all. I tried bumping the starter at the solinoid but nothing ...
A: Yes, this is a VATS (should have been called "OAS" Owner anti-Start) LOL Problems with cranking is ...
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| 1999 Cadillac Catera OBD problem | 7/9/2009 |
Q: When the emissions testing equipment was connected to my Catera's OBD the car would not start and ...
A: Don't you find it strange that the problem only occurs at an emission testing center? It is ...
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| 1999 Cadillac Catera OBD problem | 7/8/2009 |
Q: When the emissions testing equipment was connected to my Catera's OBD the car would not start and ...
A: Your problem is not in the so-called anti-theft system or the key less entry system. The fact that ...
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| Cadillac Sedan Deville | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 1989 Cadillac Sedan Deville and it ran out of gas. I add gas and now it want start what can ...
A: I will assume you mean it won't start. Impossible to determine without seeing the vehicle. The ...
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| 1995 cadillac seville | 7/3/2009 |
Q: can you tell me where to locate the blower motor resistor for this car. the blower will not shut off ...
A: The old very very common problem going back to the eighties that Cadillac and only Cadillac had was ...
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| Help disable factory security 1989 Cadillac deVille | 7/2/2009 |
Q: I’m installing a Ultra Start u-1272tL remote starter in my 1989 Cadillac Coupe deVille 2-door with ...
A: Bad news, your car is too old to have VATS on Cadillac. Did not start until 1990. You may have a ...
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| 1997 SLS rear caliper retraction | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I'm a nurse, not a mechanic, but do enjoy doing what I can. I'm replacing rear pads, but cannot ...
A: What I have done is leave the old inner pad in the caliper. Then I would use a large C Clamp like ...
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| 93 Fleetwood won't start | 6/30/2009 |
Q: We have a 1993 Fleetwood that my husband was driving. In the middle of our trip on Saturday it just ...
A: Your question is very general. If the engine cranks, it has nothing to do with the factory so-called ...
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| 2003 Cadillac CTS won't hold charge | 6/29/2009 |
Q: I went to start my car up the other day and it would not start, my battery is about 6 months old, so ...
A: Since I am not at the car I can only speculate, there can only be one of three problems. Bad battery ...
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| Key Security | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I have a 99 sts, just rebuilt the motor, and got it back in. The security light is on permanently ...
A: I do not have my reference in front of me at this moment and will later, but I don't believe the 99 ...
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| cadillac won't start after changing water pump | 6/26/2009 |
Q: After changing the water pump on a 99 Cadillac deville the car will not start sometimes. Its like ...
A: You description of the starting sounds like a bad starter or battery. If it cranks slow warm, the ...
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| Starter disabled | 6/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 1998 cadilac deville and when i try to start it it says "starter disabled". What does that ...
A: It is the GM factory Anti-theft that has failed. This system does not prevent theft, but it does ...
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| 96 cadillac won't start. | 6/24/2009 |
Q: headlights,power seats,flasher,and doom lights work.The whole dash display does not come on;or the ...
A: I do not know the specifics on your car and only can supply a general response. Fusible links are ...
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| service engine light on dash | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I recently went through emissions and they failed me because the service engine light on the dash ...
A: If you need to change the bulb, the speedo assembly can be removed by hand tools. The cluster plugs ...
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| traction, abs light | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 96 sls and I just put rear brake pads on and I now have both the traction and the abs light ...
A: Working on these vehicles are not as simple as they once were. You may have damaged a sensor or ...
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| 2000 caddy sls battery draining once a week | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 Caddy SLS. The battery will only hold a charge for about a week, then it is drained. ...
A: That's great that you found the circuit!! Now comes the hard part. You can try going to the local ...
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| 96 cadillac won't start. | 6/22/2009 |
Q: headlights,power seats,flasher,and doom lights work.The whole dash display does not come on;or the ...
A: From your description, this is not an anti-theft problem. If you check all fuse boxes an fuses, you ...
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| 1991 fleetwood belt | 6/20/2009 |
Q: Hey my belt keeps on snapping on my 1991 fleetwood i changed the water pumo and still continues to ...
A: Sounds like a pulley alignment problem or a tensioner problem. I cannot tell you exactly what is ...
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| 2000 caddy sls battery draining once a week | 6/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 Caddy SLS. The battery will only hold a charge for about a week, then it is drained. ...
A: Actually, relatively easy to find, at least the circuit and then the work starts! With a meter or a ...
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| cadillac 96 emission system | 6/19/2009 |
Q: my car's service engine came on today and it said service emission system i was told that it could ...
A: Guessing does no good because there are over 50 items that can cause this symptom. To know exactly ...
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| Front end Noise 1988 Cadillac Barritz | 6/19/2009 |
Q: There is a noise coming from the right front end of my car, usually only at speeds over 30mph. The ...
A: Obviously, it is impossible to diagnose sounds on this forum, but from your description I would ...
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| Radiator Drain Valve | 6/14/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a 94 DeVille and when driving it in stop and go traffic it overheated and drained ...
A: You might have caused severe damage to the engine already by overheating it. The aluminum blocks do ...
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| Cadillac | 6/14/2009 |
Q: My 98 Cadillac DeVille says Theft system problem Car may not restart I think its the wiring BUT i ...
A: First of all, your guess is as good as mine on the cost. You could have up to 50 problems that can ...
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| 2002 deville | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 Deville and all of a sudden the key wont turn in the ignition anymore I can insert the ...
A: From your description it sounds like you have the locking steerinbg wheel jammed. try having someone ...
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| engine overheating | 6/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 96 Cadillac Deville, if I let it run for a while, the coolant pumps out of the reservoir ...
A: You will need to have the vehicle diagnosed at a service center. Could be a coolant leak, plugged ...
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| 91 caddy eldo starting issues | 6/8/2009 |
Q: Hey, I was told to ask you in specific on this matter as your reputation is very good on these ...
A: I don't think I can help you though. Intermitent problems can be very challenging. The VATS ...
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| Anti-Theft System on my 1990 Cadillac Brougham | 6/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 1990 Cadillac Brougham, that i am trying to locate the anti-theft system box, or the relay ...
A: I don't have manuals that old and you won't find them at dealers. The module should be under the ...
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| 2000 cadillac seville sts | 6/6/2009 |
Q: "My check engine light came on today and my car (automatic transmission) is jumping when it switches ...
A: The check engine light being on tells you there are engine computer problems that relate to ...
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| display screen reads Theft system problem-Car may no restart | 6/3/2009 |
Q: On the display screen, when I started my 2001 Eldorado ESC--the screen said Theft system problem-Car ...
A: You are going to take it to your friendly Cadillac dealer (if they are not out of business) and have ...
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| Repair cost for the AC on a 1989 Cadillac | 5/30/2009 |
Q: I may buy a 1989 Cadillac De ville Brougham and the only things that does not work on the car is the ...
A: The antenna motor you can get on Ebay. As for the A/C, I have no idea of what it can cost to fix ...
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| Blower Motor Control Module Test | 5/29/2009 |
Q: Can you tell me how to test a Blower Motor Control Module ? I am not very handy but I can follow ...
A: You did not state the reason for testing it. Did you check all the fuses. You didn't state the make ...
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| CANT FIND THE FUSE ON 1985 CAD ELDO | 5/29/2009 |
Q: Your convertible top motor is not working Could this be due to a blown fuse where is the fuse?
A: I do not believe the top is fuse controlled. It should be controlled by a circuit breaker (30 amp. ...
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| 2005 caddillac anti theft | 5/28/2009 |
Q: after jump starting my car with a portable power pak, my anti theft indicator came on, my key wont ...
A: Your description sound like the gauge fuse or fusible link if so equipped is blown. Removal of the ...
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| fan not working | 5/26/2009 |
Q: On my cateria the fan used to stay on after the car was shut off and now its not working what may be ...
A: This is a very general question for something that needs a specific answer. The simple check would ...
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| check engine light | 5/26/2009 |
Q: How do i extract the obd codes from my 1994 cadi sedan deville and erase the light.
A: Getting the light out is not much of a problem, however you are being told something in the ...
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| fuse's 1961 caddy deville | 5/25/2009 |
Q: is there more than one fuse box on a 4 door 4 window deville and if so where thanks
A: If you are not in a real big hurry, If you write me at robo14@aol.com I will go look in my garage to ...
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| 86 De ville Steering Column | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I bought an 86 De Ville and the steering column is loose in the dash area. What kind of keeper is ...
A: I know exactly what you are talking about. This is very common in the Saginaw steering column. ...
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| cruise control/Ac | 5/22/2009 |
Q: First off I would just like to say,,,hats off to you and all the other volunteer's, much ...
A: The rack is attached under the dash to the steering column. It shafts go from the bottom of the ...
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| cruise control/Ac | 5/22/2009 |
Q: First off I would just like to say,,,hats off to you and all the other volunteer's, much ...
A: Doing the tune up should not relate to your steering problems, however it can go back to the ...
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| 1998 catara | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I just bought my catara and discovered that my horn and stereo controls on the steering wheel ...
A: Just a wild guess, but was this car a theft recovery? Someone may have replaced the steering column ...
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| 91 fleetwood, many instrument lights and ac out | 5/20/2009 |
Q: Checked the internet and all your answers, so far no luck. Driving along yesterday, after leaving a ...
A: Please remember, I am not looking at the vehicle and am just guessing like you. I would go to the ...
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| 86 De ville Steering Column | 5/20/2009 |
Q: I bought an 86 De Ville and the steering column is loose in the dash area. What kind of keeper is ...
A: No, there is no kind of a keeper unless some goof did not put the column together right and the ...
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| 97 Eldorado Reset of alarm system? | 5/18/2009 |
Q: My car dies and loses all electrical power upon hitting the brake pedal. I was told this might be ...
A: Whoever told you this was a security problem does not know what they are talking about. I do not ...
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| Remote | 5/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 1995 Cadillac Seville SLS,my remote stopped working,so after properly changing the battery, ...
A: This may not sound like expert advice, but please remember it has been close to 15 years since I ...
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| Remove water from well under seat | 5/10/2009 |
Q: My 98 Cad. DV was flooded after heavy rains. There is no leak - the back door was not shut tight. ...
A: We did flood repair for a number of years and were always successful never having any smell, ...
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| 92 Deville ABS light on | 5/9/2009 |
Q: I for one,am proof of the value of your volunteer work.You saved my father the time and cost of ...
A: There are many reasons the ABS light can be on for. Could be a sensor, the computer and other things ...
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| save a cadillac? | 5/7/2009 |
Q: What do you do with a 1994 Cadilac in very good shape, 70,000 mi but needing a transmission?
A: If it were mine, I would call around to larger local salvage yard and get some price quotes on the ...
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| Clicks when attempting to start | 5/7/2009 |
Q: I have '73 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible, I recently replaced the starter, battery and battery ...
A: Yes, it does sound like a bad connection of some type. You are limited in what can be wrong. You say ...
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| 2000 cadillac deville | 5/6/2009 |
Q: where is the location of the turn signal , flasher relay?
A: This infomation may be in your owner's manual. There are two flashers. One for the four way ...
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| Pass key malfunction | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I just asked you about pass key problem, and i was shocked at how thorough you are!You explained how ...
A: As you see, I have been involved in many of these. The two white wires in the orange sheath can be ...
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| Resetting the car when security shuts it down | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I think this fits with what you said you can answer. My son was driving my '96 Cadillac Eldorado and ...
A: You are dealing with two different systems here. The ignition based VATS/PASSKEY that the dealer is ...
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| fuse panel | 5/4/2009 |
Q: Where is the fuse panel on a 1993 Cadillac Deville?
A: I believe there are two fuse panels, one under the dash or in the glove box, the other in the trunk. ...
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| 92 Deville pass key malfunction? | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I went to start the motor,I got nothing.all accessories work OK. Solenoid test from ignition to ...
A: The VATS is anti-owner not anti-theft! My opinion on this system after working on it since 1986-2005 ...
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| Pulley | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I just purchased an 87 Sedan Deville from the original owner with 108K on it. It has a ...
A: Unfortunately, without seeing the vehicle this general question is impossible to accurately answer. ...
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| cruise control/Ac | 5/2/2009 |
Q: First off I would just like to say,,,hats off to you and all the other volunteer's, much ...
A: I would truly have suspicions here. You did not state what was done to the transmission. If removed, ...
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| 1999 Cadillac Deville turn lights and brake lights | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Cadillac Deville. The turn lights stopped working but if I manually turn the switch ...
A: The first thing I would tell you is change the flasher, but you already did and the flasher does not ...
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| Theft System Problem/Car MAY NOT RESTART | 4/28/2009 |
Q: past friday I drove my 96 Eldorado just fine and Sunday I could not started.I got a message :Theft ...
A: You state you bybassed the PASS KEY II and now the engine does not crank. There is something wrong ...
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| 1985 fleetwood NO Start | 4/28/2009 |
Q: i have an 85 Fleetwood turn key and nothing no dash panel lights, new batter, the car will turn over ...
A: The neutral switch will prevent the engine from starting, but will not cause the engine not to stay ...
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| 99 Cadillac DeVille Starting Disabled | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I am experiencing the same problem that a previous owner wrote about. The problem is the starting ...
A: There are no such factory diagrams to bypass this so-called anti-theft system. Antiquated and ...
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| 98 DeVille Alarm | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 DeVille that i have recently put an after market stereo into. my alarm comes on when i ...
A: You did not state if you were refering to an after market alarm or a factory installed alarm. If ...
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| Wrong key in ignition | 4/23/2009 |
Q: I just went to start my 2002 cadillac and inadvertently placed a key from my 2000 cadillac in the ...
A: Call an automotive locksmith to repair or replace the lock. I don't know if you can get one for one ...
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| catalytic converter | 4/22/2009 |
Q: If I remove converter will it damage my car .. 1993 sts 4.9 ANSWER: Hello Mark, Legally you can't ...
A: Since you "hollowed" the catalytic converter out anyway, I don't understand why you bothered asking ...
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| catalytic converter | 4/21/2009 |
Q: If I remove converter will it damage my car .. 1993 sts 4.9
A: Legally you can't remove it, nor do I know anyone that will take the liability of bypassing it. ...
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| Backfires going down highway | 4/19/2009 |
Q: 1987 Cadillac Sedan In park step on it and it is good backfires at high RPM. When you drive and ease ...
A: The problem could be numerous things, but your description of the symptoms could be consistent with ...
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| stops while driving | 4/18/2009 |
Q: I have 1999 cadiliac deville i changed the fuel pump because it died ( wasn't coming on), changed ...
A: As much as I would like to help you, I can't anymore than you have done by changing parts on a ...
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| Windows inop | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 1997 Cadillac Deville and the windows will not operate. Is this caused by fuse or is this ...
A: I just responded to this the other day on a Caddy that the windows did not work. I went into great ...
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| trunk relay | 4/16/2009 |
Q: need location for relay for trunk pulldown motor on 1995 seville sts
A: I don't have the reference for this 14 year old vehicle. If you look in the owners manual for fuse ...
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| Power Windows | 4/14/2009 |
Q: I'm troubleshooting a 1990 cadillac coupe deville power windows. The passenger button will roll ...
A: I have dealt with Caddy windows and locks for years. Your answer can be "all of the above." ...
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| callilac 91 deville won't go | 4/14/2009 |
Q: my car sat for 2 years, started with starter fluid but wouldn't run, replaced fuel pump, new plugs, ...
A: If you want to litterally blow one of those 4.9's up, use starter fluid, which is very explosive! ...
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| trunk fuel release malfuinciton 01 olds aurora | 4/12/2009 |
Q: Would an after market alarm affect my trunk and fuel release buttons in my car in anyway? I checked ...
A: It appears that you and your dad did due exhaustive testing. This is a good thing because some on ...
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| trunk fuel release malfuinciton 01 olds aurora | 4/12/2009 |
Q: Would an after market alarm affect my trunk and fuel release buttons in my car in anyway? I checked ...
A: First, you did not state if this problem developed after the alarm was installed. Is this just ...
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| 1998 cadillac seville sts | 4/11/2009 |
Q: My seville said check coolant level so i put coolant in it. It started leaking antifreeze at an ...
A: I don't think you are going to want to hear this, but chances are real good that you have done major ...
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| ignition switch on cadillac | 4/10/2009 |
Q: how do you replace an ignition switch on a 2001 cadillac sls?
A: I have some questions first: Why? What is the reason? Are you asking me for replacement of the ...
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| cadi deville 4.6 | 4/10/2009 |
Q: i have a cadi deville 98 vin Y eng northstar 4.6 the thin is that i had the transmission rebuilt; ...
A: Your question makes sense to me and I don't know why he would not repair oil leaks with the engine ...
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| cadillac sts shutting off | 4/10/2009 |
Q: hey rob I have a 99 cadillac seville sts , some times when i turn the key nothin will happen, ...
A: First I will tell you this is not a VATS problem from your description so if you think it is ...
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| 1997 Cadillac Seville Noise from Glovebox | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I am having difficulty with my vehicle. The car starts without problem, but there is an annoying ...
A: Noises are the worst thing trying to diagnose without physically being at the vehicle, but your ...
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| 99 cadillac seville sts | 4/6/2009 |
Q: Mr.Painter I thank you first of all for looking at my question. I just bought 99 Seville sts, It ...
A: To be perfectly honest with you, your problem does not deal with my expertise. Your complaint makes ...
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| Power locks won't unlock automatically | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I have a 92 brougham and recreantly i damaged the power lock on the passenger side door. It locks ...
A: I am not sure what you mean by saying you damaged the power lock. It sounds like you may need a new ...
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| 1991 seville | 4/4/2009 |
Q: how come my rear turn signals work fine until i turn on my headlights then my passenger side rear ...
A: Three thoughts come to mind. One could be a bad flasher. Yes, this could affect just one signal with ...
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| wind noise 2009 cadillac cts | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I recently installed an aftermarket stainless window post trim package on my 09 cts.They are the ...
A: This noise is probably from the after market accessory. You need to realize that by installing these ...
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| Flasher unit 1995 sed de ville | 4/2/2009 |
Q: turn signals don't work--bulbs are good--where is the flasher unit located on this cadillac?
A: There are 2 flashers in the car. One for emergency 4-ways and the other for the signals. I can't ...
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| 1997 deville | 3/27/2009 |
Q: I asked this question yesterday and you refered me to your bypass webpage... "i am a mechanic ...
A: It was not my webpage http://www.autotheftexpert.com that you saw something about a bypass module or ...
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| leaking antifreze | 3/27/2009 |
Q: i am leaking anti frezze what should i do
A: If the problem is obvious like it appears to be from your description, I would recommend that you ...
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| 1997 deville | 3/24/2009 |
Q: I asked this question yesterday and you refered me to your bypass webpage... "i am a mechanic ...
A: Just by your description, I can tell you the problem you have is not in the VATS. You said that the ...
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| DASH LAMP NOT WORKING | 3/23/2009 |
Q: WE HAVE A 1990 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD D'ELEGANCE AND THE LAMP TO THE DASH IS OUT.JUST WONDERING IS THIS ...
A: Not real sure what you are refering to. There are many dash lamps in the instrument panel. If you ...
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| 92 cadillac seville security center displayed on dash | 3/21/2009 |
Q: i recently purchased a 92 cadillac deville ....when i bought the man explained how he tried to put a ...
A: I have no idea of what this guy did to the car, but the security system is not hooked into the ...
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| radio | 3/19/2009 |
Q: i have a 1999 cadillac deville which has a stereo unit with only a cassette player. I am trying to ...
A: Well, if the stereo with the tape deck worked and when the CD was installed all fuses are good and ...
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| signal flasher 98 cadillac deville | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I took the cover off the bottom of the sterring wheel and I didn't see the flaser. Do you have a ...
A: Who told you the flasher was located in the steering column? First, you did not state which flasher ...
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| 85 eldorado | 3/18/2009 |
Q: Have a feeling you might know this answer from what I read of your background. Have an 1985 ...
A: I have an 83' Eldo which is basically the same. I have pulled many of these trim panels and I will ...
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| starting disabled because of theft deterrent system | 3/17/2009 |
Q: Cadillac El Dorado 1991 (4.9 EFI): I would get that message through the console viewer and then it ...
A: The most common problem with this so-called anti-theft system is that two small wires that run ...
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| Turn off ignition electrical still on | 3/16/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 d'elegance northstar engine. When I turn off car and open door, the radio, wipers, etc. ...
A: You are going to have to find your owner's manual telling you where the fuse boxes are located. Once ...
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| 1990 SEVILLE | 3/16/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 1990 SEVILLE. THE STARTER WENT OUT SO I REPLACED IT. AFTER I HOOKED THE BATTERY UP AGAIN, I ...
A: These systems cause more problems for the owners and not thieves. With this said, I will give you ...
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| dash readings | 3/15/2009 |
Q: On my dash board of a 2002 Cadillac deville, it reads "service steering system" what causes this to ...
A: I would suggest taking the vehicle to a repair garage. It does not have to go to the dealer for ...
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| 1994 Caddy Eldorado trunk lid | 3/15/2009 |
Q: My 1994 Caddy Eldorado trunk lid will not automatically retract when the trunk lid is closed. Is ...
A: Check your owner's manual for fuse box locations and check all fuses. You can pull out the plastic ...
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| car repair | 3/14/2009 |
Q: My 92 eldorado cadilac is recieving no spark and the fuel is not getting into the throttle body.
A: This question is far too general for me to answer. Could be a bad fuel pump, blown fuse, wiring ...
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| 1986 cadillac tail lights problem | 3/6/2009 |
Q: I have an 86 cadillac deville. The tail lights don't work when I have the headlights on. They work ...
A: Tail lights are not on the same circuit as the brake lights and turn signals. Turn the head lights ...
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| changing gas filter for 97 catera | 3/5/2009 |
Q: Where do I find the fuel filter, and how often should I change it?
A: Depending on the quality of fuel (we have had problems with our gas in southern, WI in the past), I ...
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| Passkey on a 96 buick roadmaster wagon | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I am a Mom of 3 who dislikes minivans and loves my Buick Roadmaster station wagon. It is pretty ...
A: First of all getting a junkyard column would just give you more problems because the chances are one ...
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| Climate control | 2/28/2009 |
Q: I have a 99 Cadillac Deville with individual climate control for passenger and driver sides. The ...
A: There are many things that require the "professionals." I may sound like a broken record, but for ...
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| heater controls | 2/28/2009 |
Q: I own a 02 STS Caddy and I have a problem with the defrost. Heat is red hot when the car warms up ...
A: It definately sounds like a vacuum problem, but to be perfectly honest with you, being that all this ...
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| Cadillac Suspension Problem | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Cadillac Seville STS. I sit in my car and turn the key to the on postion and about a ...
A: The noise is normal. You are hearing the compressor running, but it should shut off shortly and not ...
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| engine overheating message | 2/22/2009 |
Q: I just bought a 96 Eldorado and a few days after its starts giving me warning messages on my dash ...
A: The problem with the check engine light going out, makes the driver think whatever problem caused it ...
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| Cadillac 1995 DeVille | 2/21/2009 |
Q: How to remove the AC/Heater Programmer.
A: I will give you a very general answer, but you would be wise to either go to your library and see if ...
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| 2001 catera questions | 2/20/2009 |
Q: I purchased a used 2001 catera about 5 months ago and it has been running pretty good but now i ...
A: You need to have the vehicle scanned by either a garage that has a Tech II scanner or a dealer if ...
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| 1994 STS Won't start after engin wash | 2/14/2009 |
Q: Car: 1994 STS Northstar 148,000 miles. 1. Washed cold engine with Simple Green degreaser and rinsed ...
A: When diagnosing, before jumping to conclusions like timing, realize that there were no running ...
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| 94 DeVille stalls when put into gear | 2/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 1994 Deville that has been sitting all winter. When I start it up, it usually takes a few ...
A: See, I can only give information on what I am supplied. Still do not think it is fuel pump. Good ...
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| 94 DeVille stalls when put into gear | 2/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 1994 Deville that has been sitting all winter. When I start it up, it usually takes a few ...
A: Fuel pump sounds unlikely unless it is cavitating. You say it was sitting all winter. Since I don't ...
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| Question about a used Cadillac | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I'm thinking about buying a 1997 Cadillac Catera from a used car dealership. I test drove it earlier ...
A: My comical answer is open the hood and see if the engine is there! Now, being serious--The check ...
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| 1998 cadillac seville sls | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I bought the car 2 weeks ago ran fine but, all of a sudden cant start. Everything else works. I ...
A: With not being at the car, it is next to impossible for me to diagnose your problem. Unless there is ...
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| 1998 cadillac seville sls | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I bought the car 2 weeks ago ran fine but, all of a sudden cant start. Everything else works. I ...
A: I haven't looked at one of these lately, so it may sould like I am talking out of school, but I ...
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| 91 cadillac seville sound system | 2/11/2009 |
Q: My 91 Cadillac Seville which I purchased used came with an after market pioneer head at first the ...
A: The bose speakers are amplified from the factory and are designed for the factory stereo. Now, when ...
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| Cadillac seville trunk issues | 2/11/2009 |
Q: After taking my '94 Cadillac Seville out of storage i opened the trunk but it will no longer close ...
A: Could be as simple as a fuse. Look at your owners manual and check to see if in the fuse boxes ...
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| 1995 cadillac deville starting issues | 2/10/2009 |
Q: ANSWER: Hi Anthony, I really don't understand your question. Do you mean the lights come on in the ...
A: You description of the symptom, of where the engine will not crank is consistent with the GM VATS ...
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| 1995 cadillac deville starting issues | 2/10/2009 |
Q: hi i have a 95 deville that will power up when the key is turned over but it wont kick over could ...
A: I really don't understand your question. Do you mean the lights come on in the RUN position, but the ...
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| Opera Light wiring | 2/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 certified used Deville.I bought it with a quarter top on it witch has opera lights.The ...
A: First, a very common problem to cause the windows to work at times is broken door wiring. The ...
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| Opera Light wiring | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 certified used Deville.I bought it with a quarter top on it witch has opera lights.The ...
A: It's anyone's guess as to how the opera lights are wired in. I cannot understand why the opera ...
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| coolant leak | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I have been gifted my father 95 eldorado that hasn't been driven in 2 years. We filled and checked ...
A: I just hope you did not damage the engine by running it so hot. You might need head gaskets now from ...
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| 1999 DeVille battery drain issue | 2/7/2009 |
Q: After work car dead, checked battery measured zip, disconnected cables, battery voltage rose near ...
A: I would work backwards here. Disconnect VSS first. Should not be giving you this problem, but it was ...
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| 2000 cadilac eldorado | 2/7/2009 |
Q: start car in am apropx 4 to 6 miniutes car shuts off like key was turned off,restarts right away ...
A: You must then know intermittant problems are a pain in the butt to diagnose and repair. What ...
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| 2000 cadilac eldorado | 2/7/2009 |
Q: start car in am apropx 4 to 6 miniutes car shuts off like key was turned off,restarts right away ...
A: I can tell you with certainty what the problem isn't. This problem has nothing to do with the ...
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| 97 sts | 2/6/2009 |
Q: my 97 cadillac sts will nop even try to start an on the information panel it says "theft system ...
A: I cannot tell you what is wrong. You need to contact a auto service center or a dealer that has the ...
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| Power Cable | 2/6/2009 |
Q: how to hook up power cable from amps through the car to the battery in a cadillac seville 1994
A: Don't do it like the crap installs I have seen by running the power cord in between the door. Find ...
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| oil leak | 2/5/2009 |
Q: 1998 seville, mileage around 82,232. just bought this car, and changed the oil. over the last two ...
A: Cadillac engines are like Harley engines--they always leak. Going back on my rusty memory, most GM ...
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| BATTERY DRAIN | 2/5/2009 |
Q: ITS IN THE PASS KEY DECODER MODULE. PULLED THE FUSE AND THE DRAIN STOPPED . ...
A: I never heard of such a problem, however the question would be; what else is on the same circuit as ...
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| Anti-theft system warning light | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I started my car today, and a little down the road, I noticed my anti-theft light was on and my fuel ...
A: Yes, it sounds like it is going to be a costly repair. These vehicles are wonderful new. They have ...
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| my 1998 cadillac deville | 2/3/2009 |
Q: I just bought a 1998 cadillac deville and it is nice .It is just when i hit a speed of 55 MPH the ...
A: This is a very general question that can have many answers, but I will try to assist. The first ...
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| Anti-theft system warning light | 2/3/2009 |
Q: I started my car today, and a little down the road, I noticed my anti-theft light was on and my fuel ...
A: On just a wild guess, it sounds like you have a BCM (Body Control Module-computer) problem. Call ...
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| BCM on 95 Caddy Eldorado | 2/1/2009 |
Q: Ok, im gonna try to explain this the best as possible. The car is a 95 Cadillac Eldorado. And my ...
A: The BCM is body control module. Don't screw around with a dealer. No matter what, you will pay too ...
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| Intake Manifold Gasket Repair 4.1L | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I am about to undertake replacing this myself and I can't remember the name of the "pellets" I need ...
A: I don''t recommend masking a manifold leak with any type of sealer, and I am familiar with pellets ...
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| 1990 cadillac deville wont run | 1/31/2009 |
Q: I took my caddy to the shop, cat was clogged, they said it wasnt the problem. They replaced the ...
A: Did you think of trying a different shop? The vacuum leak you would need would have to be massive ...
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| '94 Deville Stalls, Studders, Shuts off | 1/31/2009 |
Q: Replaced Starter, Alternator, Fuel Pump Assem, Fuel Filter, car still stalls or studders(hesitates) ...
A: I need to explain some things to you. Changing the starter, alternator, fuel pump and fuel filter ...
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| how can i remove the ignition lock | 1/31/2009 |
Q: I am in the process of buying a 1974 cadillac coupedeville but the ignition key is missing I was ...
A: Yes, it can be drilled out, but if you haven't done this before, I highly recommend someone that ...
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| 1984 eldorado slowly leaking antifreeze | 1/30/2009 |
Q: I was wondering what this is caused from and what needs to be don't to fix it. I have to put in ...
A: This is a very general question requiring a specific answer. You did not even state it the car was ...
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| Heater not working | 1/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 93 Cadillac Sedan DeVille. I just had to have the water pump and serpentine belt replaced. ...
A: Just a couple ideas. Air still in cooling system. Vacuum line knocked off controling hot and cold ...
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| 96 Deville blower motor will not stop | 1/27/2009 |
Q: When I turn my car off the blower fan stays on? what could be the cause of this? Is there a control ...
A: It's funny you should ask being a just answered a question similar on a 1986 Cadillac. These ...
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| 84 coupe deville black smoke | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I have an 84 deville w/ the 4100 engine. sometimes the service engine light comes on and the car ...
A: I can't help you a lot on this issue because I am really straining my memory. 25 years ago and all. ...
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| 1992 sts no heater motor blower | 1/25/2009 |
Q: The heater blower motor was not working, a whack with a wrench would get it going. After about a ...
A: I will admit I am not an expert on your problem. It appears as though you have checked a lot. Here ...
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| Cadillac starting problem | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 99 DeVille D'Elagance. When I went to start the car after driving it for about 30 minutes ...
A: I did not state broken wires were the absolute problem with your car. I stated tht it was a very ...
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| Cadillac starting problem | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 99 DeVille D'Elagance. When I went to start the car after driving it for about 30 minutes ...
A: The most common cause for your type of problem with the VATS (Vehicle Anti-Theft System) as its ...
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| Cadillac starting problem | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 99 DeVille D'Elagance. When I went to start the car after driving it for about 30 minutes ...
A: Just bypass the factory so-called "Anti-Theft"-"Owner Unfriendly" VATS. Take an ohm meter and read ...
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| security | 1/17/2009 |
Q: rebuilt the transmission, reinstalled them, and now the security light blinks and there is no power ...
A: Go to my website http://autotheftexpert.com My contact info is there. Give me a call. I evidently ...
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| stater | 1/17/2009 |
Q: 1995 sedan deville, will i be able to do this in my garage at my house. The exsauhst and intake ...
A: "R" is 1995 and "T" is 1997 on VIN eighth number from end of public VIN reading from right (last) to ...
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| security | 1/16/2009 |
Q: rebuilt the transmission, reinstalled them, and now the security light blinks and there is no power ...
A: You have given me no details about the year, make, model of the vehicle you are referring to. It ...
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| 1997 cadillac deville de-elgance fuel filter location | 1/15/2009 |
Q: please advise the location of the fuel filter. i recently had 30000 mile service and this was not ...
A: You probably won't like doing this because there is a good chance you will be sprayed with gasoline, ...
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| Car not starting- monitor reads "theft" | 1/15/2009 |
Q: I have an 99 cadillac deville and its reads "theft system problem car may not start" the car is not ...
A: You should have the GM VATS (resistor pellet in ignition key blade). Without looking at car, ...
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| 2000 CADDY DEVILLE SECURITY LIGHT | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 Caddy Deville 87k. The security lt comes on at times when first starting the vehicle ...
A: I was looking through the question pool and ran across your question. You need to find someone ...
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| security light | 1/14/2009 |
Q: i have a 1999 chevy c2500 5.7 that does not start. could there be a secuirty problem if the light ...
A: Just because the engine does not start, don't blame the junk PASSLOCK. There is nothing special ...
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| Catalyic Converter | 1/13/2009 |
Q: I have a 92 Cadillac STS Seville and I live in extreme cold weather. A couple of days ago while ...
A: Obviously I am not there looking at the car and I am only left with your description. It sounds ...
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| steering collum repair | 1/12/2009 |
Q: i have a 88 Fleetwood on a caddy when i went to put the car in park and i had no gears so i went to ...
A: The first thing that concerns me here is that you are asking how to get the bearing housing back on ...
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| 93 Deville Spark plug wire replacement | 1/10/2009 |
Q: I am a novice and am trying to replace a set of spark plugs ona 93 Cadilac Deville- The wires on the ...
A: These are not fun to tune up!!! I recommend you get a small piece of vacuum hose that fits over the ...
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| 96 cadillac sls wont turn over | 1/10/2009 |
Q: One day I started my car with the remote starter(model#130XV,viper) for about 10 min, when I get in ...
A: You have the PASS KEY II also known as VATS (Vehicle Anti-Theft System). This system is antiquated ...
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| broken mirror how much will it cost? | 1/4/2009 |
Q: My mom has a 1995 Cadillac concourse and the driver side mirror is falling off. How much would this ...
A: You will need to contact Cadillac or a salvage yard for the cost of the mirror. You will then need ...
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| Turn Signal not working | 11/19/2008 |
Q: I have a 98 Cadillac Seville STS, the passenger side turn signal stopped working and after changing ...
A: Sounds like you may have a flasher problem. Remove the lower part of the dsah under steering column ...
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| 1989 Cad Eldorado v8 biarritz | 11/18/2008 |
Q: My Ignition recently just broke. Details: Ignition began to "stick" as in it would be very difficult ...
A: Yes, you have a common problem and I know it will happen to my Alante one day. These columns were ...
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| Couple Questions | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I have a little problem with my windshield wipers the one on the passengers side has all of a sudden ...
A: Labor should not be any more than 2 hours, probably less. I would recommend going new only for the ...
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| Couple Questions | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I have a little problem with my windshield wipers the one on the passengers side has all of a sudden ...
A: I can only give you an idea on one of your questions. I have no idea about the antifreeze/coolant. ...
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| my rear suspension | 11/16/2008 |
Q: my rear suspension does not raise anymore in my 2004 cadallac escalade. why is this and how do i fix ...
A: No you changed the question. Now you tell me at times which means the compressor works. There is a ...
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| my rear suspension | 11/15/2008 |
Q: my rear suspension does not raise anymore in my 2004 cadallac escalade. why is this and how do i fix ...
A: There are too many things that can be wrong to do a diagnoses over the Internet however, here are a ...
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| 1991 Sdn Deville hi-lo beam switch | 11/14/2008 |
Q: Can't get hi beams to come on, don't hear normal click when using switch. I assume switch is bad and ...
A: This is sort of an easy repair depending on your mechanical ability. It sounds like the dimmer ...
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| What would I need to do If my dashboard lights dont work. | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I just bought this 1990 Cadillac DeVille and I was wondering what do I need to do to fix the ...
A: There is more than one fuse panel in this vehicle. You need to look at your owners manual for ...
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| Rpm dial/gauge | 11/11/2008 |
Q: I just tuned up my 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (plugs/wires, cap/rotor. Later that day I noticed my rpm ...
A: This is not my expertise, but I have worked on cars for over 30 years. The tack wire is commonly at ...
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| 1981 cadillac eldorado 6 liter | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 1981 Biarritz with that engine with only 107,000 miles. I believe it only runs in the 8 ...
A: My expertise does not deal in your questions except for one. I am going off my old feable memory ...
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| speedometer problem | 11/8/2008 |
Q: i have a 1994 cadillac deville and the speedometer quits working.it starts back then quits agin. it ...
A: I am not real familiar with such diagnoses, but from what you describe it sounds like a transmission ...
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| 1993 Cadillac Deville | 11/6/2008 |
Q: Replaced the starter couple of days ago and yesterday the car would not start after running fine all ...
A: My first question would be; why was the starter replaced in the first place? Being that the engine ...
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| 02 Cadillac Seville Burning Rubber Smell | 11/6/2008 |
Q: and thank you for this excellent source of info. I have two questions... each needing equal ...
A: Obviously both these questions do not fit within my expertise as an expert on ignition/key based ...
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| cadilloac transmission | 11/5/2008 |
Q: hey captain my question is i get this service transmission sign in my car and i look for the ...
A: Normally I wouldn't answer questions in this are, but I have been working on this old stuff long ...
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| Remote Programing | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 97 Seville SLS, purchased two remotes on E-Bay, got numbers from my repair manual, go ...
A: This is a common problem when buying universal stuff from E-bay. I would have thought they would ...
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| 1999 Cadillac Deville Alarm | 11/4/2008 |
Q: My alarm will go off for no apparent reason and I have even had my radio come on will all doors ...
A: I am an expert in the ignition anti-theft systems. Factory alarms in many cases require hands on ...
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| 99 Deville | 11/4/2008 |
Q: All retained accesories stay on when ignition is turned offand door is opened. I suspect the acc. ...
A: Funny you should ask being I was just doing something with the retained power relay on my Alante a ...
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| Cadillac eldorado alarm system | 10/22/2008 |
Q: My wife recently lost her keys (and alarm button) to her 2000 cadillac eldorado. We've had a ...
A: I was just looking at your question on the question pool. I may be able to assist you if you have ...
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