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Cadillac DeVille
This category covers questions about the Cadillac DeVille, a full-size luxury sedan manufactured by General Motors and sold through its Cadillac division. The DeVille was produced from 1949-2005 and was succeeded by the Cadillac DTS.
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Most likely the very fragile wires that read the "chip" in your key have broken. These wires are located just inside the key opening in your ignition tumbler and under go constant twisting. You can bypass the theft system and save alot of money. There are instructions on the internet. Google bypassing VATS on GM cars.
Where is the horn on a 1977 cadillac deville located?
Remove the plastic "filler panel" between the radiator mount (top) and the front grill on the driver side. They are attached to the radiator mount (top)and are not visible unless the "panel" has been removed.
How do you change the water pump on a 1998 cadillac northstar?
Drain the cooling system.
Remove the air filter housing.
Remove the water pump belt and the water pump tensioner and any associated brackets.
Unbolt and remove the water pump cover.
Use a Northstar water pump socket (nothing else will work), rotate the water pump slightly clockwise, then pull it out.
Replace the water pump seal. This usually is not included with the new water pump. Reverse the above steps to install the new water pump.
Let me know if this helps. It looks like a hard job, but if you take your time it's pretty easy and doesn't take long. Don't rush or look for shortcuts.
How do you change the brake pads on a 1995 Legacy Sedan?
ok here whats you should do: put the car on the jack on one side and start by removing the tire. (Note: you losen the nuts before putting the jack up.) for covenience turn the steering so that the caliper, the thing that holds and applys the brakes, is pointing outwards. now heres a list of tools you may need: a rachet with 13,14,15 sockets, key wrenches of the same size, 13 14 15, a flat screwdriver, grease, and WD-40. looking the caliper you will see that's it is mounted with 2 bolts. now if those bolts are or appear to be rusted then apply WD-40 and let it soak. when looking at the caliper you will see a hole in the front-middle. through that hole you will see the caliper psitons that pushes on the brakes. use the flat screwdriver and try to push the piston back inside as much as possible. then proceed with losening the bolts. BECAREFUL!! DONT APPLY CONSTANT PRESSURE WITH THE RACHET OR THE KEY, HOLD IT SECURELY WITH ONE HAND AND GIVE BANGS WITH THE OTHER HAND. this technique will prevent the bolts from breaking. when the bolts are open just remove the caliper from the disk and put away so it does not bother when changing the pads. don't forget to note how the pads are placed on the disk. look at the new pads very carfully and see wether they are all the same or are in pairs of two. just keep that in mind. now put the new pads (after removing the old ones) and turn to the caliper and check if the piston is all the way in. if not then use somthing to push it in DONT USE ANYTHING THAT WOULD DAMAGE THE PISTON AND DONT PUSH THE PISTON FROM THE INSIDE. USE THE WALLS OF THE PISTON TO PUSH IT IN. when done with all this simply put the caliper back on and tighten the bolts not too much or too less. put the tire back and put the nuts on and lower the jack and tighten the nuts. then perform the same procedure on the other side and after the pads have been changed then press the brake pedal a few times until the brake feels though. this should take about an hour or so depending how fast you can do it and the condition of the brakes, bolts etc.
Where is the starter located on a 1991 cadillac deville and how do you remove it?
Follow one of the posotive lines from the battery, they go right to the starter.. once you find it, raise the car up somehow.. you'll see it
Why does the Service suspension system on 1998 Cadillac Seville sts stay on?
What is the problem when the car is reading service suspension system on my 1998 cadillac seville sts?
What was the last year Cadillac had wing tail lights?
Need a better definition on "wing" tail lights. In the late 40's through late 50's, the Cadillac had tail lights at the top back of the rear quarter panels. 1956 was the last of the tail lights at the very top of the quarter panel. 1950 through 56 tail lights were more like bubbles at the top of the tail fin. In 57 and 58, while models varied on tail light placement, the tail light lenses were more "aerodynamically" shaped with the car. In 1959, the tail light lenses took on a bullet shape, and while near the top of the quarter panel, they were not at the top of it. Throughout the 60's, while the tail lights remained in the "wing" they were not at the top of it. This remained the trend until about 1964, when the tail lights took up the entire up and down length of the quarter panel end. In some Caddys, this is still the trend. However, in Eldorados, Sevilles, and other models of Cadillac, the tail lights could be up and down, across the back, or even square (for example the 1976 through 1979 Seville).
check radiator cooling fans not working. Will turn on automatically when the proper temp is reached. Fans should go on IMMEDIATELY when the A/C is used. Set temp to 65 to test
How do you fix the Wait 3 Minutes light that comes on when trying to start a 1995 Cadillac Deville?
Problem is with the VATS system most likely. Can stem from changing the key you use after a long period with one to another, or failing computer. Take to a great mechanic, not a good one. Ask about measuring the resistance across that little chip in your key. You'll get 2000 dumb looks before somebody doesn't flinch and knows EXACTLY what you are talking about-that's your man. Max repair about 550.00, could be a problem with the wires leading to the vats reader in the ignition lock cylinder which should be around 300.00 to 350.00 completed. Good luck. I run a shop in Columbus Ohio if you're nearby contact me at smokinhydes1@yahoo.com == Answer == I just repaired mine and it was a VATS problem as well. It needed the entire tumbler assembly but I went ahead and jumpered across the system and "faked" it into thinking my key was working. I just took a ohm reading on my key and purchased a reisister of the same value. Under the base of the steering column are two wires coming from the tumbler. I connected the resistor in series with these two wires (coming from under the dash-not to the tumbler) and my problem was fixed. I was having this exact problem, i sprayed wd 40 into the key hole and worked the key in and out several times, i have not had the problem again and it has been over three months now. i think this cured the problem.
How do you remove the front brake caliper on a 1991 Cadillac Sedan De Ville with front wheel drive?
There are two bolts that go through the caliper. They can be seen from the back side (toward the center of the vehicle) and require an "allen wrench" to remove them. Once the bolts are loosened you'll need to work them all of the way out so that you can remove the caliper. Then the caliper can be nudged and persuaded to come off. To put it all back together, compress the caliper piston first and use disk brake lube on the bolts and the point where the two halves of the caliper slide across each other.
Where is the location of the starter on a 1996 cadillac deville?
i belive it is under the intake manifoldnot 100% on that but im about 85% sure on that but i would check first before tearing half your motor apart the get at the starter
Why does your car pull to the side and alignment is good?
If the alignment is good and the front end parts are not worn (some people will align the front end with worn parts) it only leaves the tires. Rotate the two front tires and if they are bad you will notice the difference right away
How do you tighten a loose steering wheel on a 1988 Cadillac DeVille?
First you must remove the horn pad, then check to see if the large mount nut is loose. If it is tight, probably a column bearinmg problem.
How do you remove the rear seat in Cadillac Deville?
All you do is push the bottom portion of the seat towards the trunk the best way to do this is to kneel down if front of the seat. Then there will be two bolts holding the top portion along with the seat belts remove thes and then lift the top half from the bottom out of the support brackets.
How do you change brake pads on 1998 cdillac sedan deville?
I was wonder if I'm missing something I'm chaging my front brake pads on my STS 1998 Cadillac and I took the bolts out but I can't remove the capiler?
Why does both cooling fans run at the same time on a 1987 cadillac deville?
The cooling fans will run when there is a signal calling for them to come on. High temps will do that. Also anytime the ac is on, a fan will run. Try turning the ac off and see if one of the fans stop. Do this when the engine is cold. If the fans run anyway, check your fan relays, they may be stuck on.
The moveable "baffle" inside the dashboard is not redirecting the air flow as it should. It's operated either by vacuum or an electric motor, in either case, repair is going to require the removal of the dashboard.
How do you reset the oil change light on a 1994 Cadillac DeVille?
Put IGN in the ON position, ENGINE NOT RUNNING. Push the acceleration pedal up and COMPLETELY within 5 SECONDS. This should re-cycle the OIL LIFE and only show the light upon starting.
Where are the heater control valve and the bleeder valve in a 94 Cadillac deVille?
a "t" in the hoses at the rear, top of the engine has a restrictor built into it no "valve" and no bleeder on this car.
Where is the Blower Control Module located on a 1997 Buick LeSabre?
I think under the hood covered with shroud on the firewall.
What does problem code p0741 mean on a 2003 Cadillac deville?
This code relates to the torque convertor clutch control system, similar to the P1870 code found in other GM models. The usual problem here is slipping in the torque convertor's viscous clutch and possibly a solenoid problem. The most common repair would be to remove the transmission and replace the electronic pressure control solenoid (EPC), the torque convertor clutch solenoid (TCC), and replace the torque convertor to an aftermarket upgraded unit the eliminates the viscous clutch (available from several suppliers that install the upgraded "Sonnax" brand convertor parts). This would also be the time to replace the internal filter inside the side cover (only accessible when the transmission is removed from the car) and both scavenger filters in the lower pan. It is usually not necessary to dismantle the transmission past removing the side cover. Re-install the transmission, re-scan and clear codes. NOTE: This installation is not for a novice mechanic, the Cadillac is a very labour intensive "remove & replace" on the transmission and requires special tools and training.
What does traction off on a 2004 cadillac sedan deville mean and how do you reset it?
Traction control is what keeps your wheels from spinning on ice dirt mud etc. On the end of the gear shifter is a button and it should say with an arrow "traction control". If functioning properly, when you push the button it will turn traction control back on.
