Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1997 Cadillac CateraFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Anti-Lock Brake System DTCS
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM DTCS
| OEM Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 16 | LEFT FRONT SOLENOID CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 17 | RIGHT FRONT SOLENOID CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 18 | REAR SOLENOID CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 19 | VALVE RELAY CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 25 | WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT FREQUENCY MALFUNCTION |
| 31 | RPM SIGNAL CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 35 | RETURN PUMP RELAY CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 37 | BRAKELIGHT SWITCH CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 39 | LEFT FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 41 | LEFT FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT OPEN OR SHORTED |
| 42 | RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 43 | RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT OPEN OR SHORTED |
| 44 | LEFT REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 45 | LEFT REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT OPEN OR SHORTED |
| 46 | RIGHT REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 47 | RIGHT REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT OPEN OR SHORTED |
| 48 | SYSTEM VOLTAGE OUT OF RANGE |
| 55 | EBTCM INTERNAL MALFUNCTION |
| 65 | VARIANT CODING TRACTION CONTROL MALFUNCTION |
| 66 | DELIVERED ENGINE TORQUE CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 67 | REQUESTED ENGINE TORQUE CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
| 71 | DELIVERED TRANSMISSION TORQUE CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
