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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC1996ELDORADO V8-4.6L VIN 9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONINITIAL INSPECTION AND DIAGNOSTIC OVERVIEWIMPORTANT PRELIMINARY CHECKS
1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9
Important Preliminary Checks
1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9SECTION Important Preliminary Checks
Important Preliminary Checks Before Starting
Before using this section, perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check and verify all of the following items: Testing and Inspection
^ The PCM and MIL (Service Engine Soon) are operating correctly.
^ There are no DTC(s) stored.
^ Ensure that the engine coolant temperature is not above 130°C (266°F). This condition will cause the PCM to operate in Engine Metal Overtemp. While in Engine Metal Overtemp, the PCM will turn fuel off to four cylinders at a time to keep engine temperatures from reaching damaging levels. Engine Metal Overtemp will be perceived as a lack of power, miss, or rough idle. If the vehicle is operating in Engine Metal Overtemp, refer to Cooling System.
^ Scan tool data is within normal operating range, Refer to Typical Scan Data Values.
^ Verify the customer complaint and locate the correct symptom under this heading. Perform the procedure included in the symptom chart.
Before using this section, perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check and verify all of the following items: Testing and Inspection
^ The PCM and MIL (Service Engine Soon) are operating correctly.
^ There are no DTC(s) stored.
^ Ensure that the engine coolant temperature is not above 130°C (266°F). This condition will cause the PCM to operate in Engine Metal Overtemp. While in Engine Metal Overtemp, the PCM will turn fuel off to four cylinders at a time to keep engine temperatures from reaching damaging levels. Engine Metal Overtemp will be perceived as a lack of power, miss, or rough idle. If the vehicle is operating in Engine Metal Overtemp, refer to Cooling System.
^ Scan tool data is within normal operating range, Refer to Typical Scan Data Values.
^ Verify the customer complaint and locate the correct symptom under this heading. Perform the procedure included in the symptom chart.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.