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Engine coolant heater, Engine coolant heater -25 – Cadillac 2005 STS User Manual

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Notice: Holding the button in for longer than
15 seconds at a time will cause the vehicle’s battery
to be drained much sooner. This can also cause
damage to the starter motor. Wait 15 seconds
between each try to avoid draining your vehicle’s
battery or damaging the starter.

2. If the engine does not start and no DIC message is

displayed, wait 15 seconds before trying again.

Notice: Your engine is designed to work with the
electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical
parts or accessories, you could change the way the
engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment,
check with your dealer. If you do not, your engine
might not perform properly.

Stopping Your Engine

Move the shift lever to PARK (P) and press the
OFF/ACCESSORY button. If the shifter is not in
PARK (P), the vehicle will go into accessory mode and
the DIC will display SHIFT TO PARK. Once the
shifter is moved to PARK (P), the vehicle will turn off.

If the keyless access transmitter is not detected
while going to off, the DIC will display NO FOB – OFF
OR RUN?.

See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-74 for
more information.

Engine Coolant Heater

Your vehicle may be equipped with an engine
coolant heater.

In very cold weather, 0°F (

18°C) or colder, the engine

coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting
and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a
minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At
temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of the coolant
heater is not required.

To Use the Engine Coolant Heater

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The

cord is located in the engine compartment on the
driver’s side of the vehicle near the engine oil
dipstick. See Engine Compartment Overview on
page 5-12
for more information on location.

You must remove the plastic cap to access
the plug.

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