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Cadillac Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Cadillac Symbols

So, what is that light on your dashboard? What follows is easily the most complete list available of symbols and warnings that may appear in and on your car’s dashboard or instrument cluster.

The following are warning lights and indicators found in vehicles built by Cadillac. Click the link to the right of each one to learn more.

How They Are Presented

They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray), but there are nearly 80 of them so be patient!

Need the symbols for another manufacturer? Click here!

Serious trouble or fault indicators
Charging System Trouble Indicator SymbolCharge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake Trouble IndicatorBrake trouble indicators -- click for moreBrake Trouble Indicator Canada
Oil Trouble Indicator SymbolOil warning light -- click for more
Temperature Warning Light SymbolEngine temperature indicator -- click for more
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for more
Security Lock IndicatorSecurity indicator -- click for more
Service Electric Parking BrakeElectric park brake trouble indicator -- click for more
Parking Brake Engaged IndicatorParking brake engaged or fault indicator -- click for moreElectric Park Brake Indicator
Common and routine indicators
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Rear seat belts indicatorRear seat belt warning indicator -- click for more
Door Ajar Warning IndicatorDoor ajar indicator -- click for more
Press brake indicator -- click for more
Low Fuel IndicatorLow fuel indicator -- click for more
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorLow washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Trouble and fault indicators
Check engine lightCheck engine light -- click for more
Stacility controlStability control indicator -- click for more
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicator -- click for more
Traction Control System Warning LightTraction control indicator -- click for more
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system fault indicator -- click for more
Electric and hybrid vehicle indicators
Hybrid Ready IndicatorHybrid or EV ready indicator -- click for moreReady indicator
One pedal driving indicatorOne pedal driving indicator -- click for more
Power Limitation IndicatorPower limitation indicators -- click for morePower limited indicator
Hybrid battery failure indicatorHigh voltage battery warning indicators -- click for moreHybrid battery cut off indicator
Traction battery warningMore high voltage battery warning indicators -- click for moreHigh Voltage System Fault
EV charge warningLow charge warning -- click for more
Hybrid battery overheat indicatorHybrid battery overheat indicator -- click for more
Charging Indicator SymbolEV charge indicator -- click for more
EV System IndicatorService hybrid vehicle indicator -- click for more
Driver assist system indicators
Super cruise indicatorSuper Cruise status indicator -- click for more
Auto Hold IndicatorAuto hold indicator -- click for more
Start stop indicatorAuto start stop system indicator -- click for more
Lane Departure WarningLane keeping indicators -- click for moreLane keeping assistLane Departure Indicator
Vehicle detected indicatorVehicle ahead indicator -- click for more
Pedestrian detected indicatorPedestrian detected indicator -- click for more
Shift indicatorShift mode indicator -- click for more
Active Cruise Control SymbolAdaptive cruise control indicators -- click for moreAdaptive cruise control indicator
Special feature and accessory indicators
Cruise Control Indicator SymbolCruise control indicator -- click for more
Curve speed adaptCurve speed control indicator -- click for more
Suspension setting indicatorSuspension setting indicators -- click for moreSuspension mode indicator
Crawl Control Indicator SymbolTerrain or grade assist indicator -- click for more
Off road mode indicatorOff road mode indicator -- click for more
Sport mode 2Sport and track mode indicators -- click for moreTrack mode indicator
Sport mode indicatorMore sport and track mode indicators -- click for moreSport mode indicator
Race mode 1Race mode indicators -- click for moreRace mode 2
V ModeV-, my-mode and normal mode indicators -- click for moreDrive mode indicatorNormal mode indicator
Frost Warning IndicatorWeather mode indicators -- click for moreRain snow mode
Wet modeMore weather mode indicators -- click for more
Haul (towing) IndicatorTow mode indicator -- click for more
AWD indicatorAll wheel drive status indicator -- click for more2WD indicator
4w drive mode a4 wheel drive indicator -- click for more
Upshift indicatorShift indicators -- click for moreDownshift indicator
Lighting indicators
Cornering Headlamps Malfunction IndicatorAdaptive front lighting indicator -- click for more
Headlamp outHeadlamp out indicator -- click for more
High-beam Assistant IndicatorAutomatic high beam indicator -- click for more
Tail Light Indicator CanadaPark lamps on indicator -- click for more
Turn Signal IndicatorTurn signal indicator -- click for more
High Beam On IndicatorHigh beam indicator -- click for more

Models examined include ATS, CT6, CTX, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Lyriq, XT4, XT5, and XTS.

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2019/07/cadillac-warning-lights-and-symbols/

Open a Cadillac with a Dead Key Fob

How to Open a Cadillac with a Dead Key Fob

Getting into Your Cadillac

Retrieving the mechanical key

Cadillac vehicles use three key GM Key Style 1fob (remote control or ‘clicker’) styles, and two (GM Styles 1 and 3) have mechanical keys embedded inside. That key will be used to unlock the driver’s door or the trunk (yes, the trunk) and in some cases to remove a piece of the car!

If your vehicle is the XLR Coupe, a mechanical key is provided separately. Be sure to keep it around!

For Style 1 (above right), press the thin button near the bottom of the transmitter (remote control or ‘clicker’) used to remove the mechanical key. Do not pull the mechanical key out without pressing the button.

GM Style 3The Style 3 key fob is similar to Style 1, in that the mechanical key is removed from the fob for use getting into the vehicle. To remove the mechanical key, press the button on the side of the transmitter near the key ring, as shown, and pull out the key.

If a key hole is visible at the back of the driver’s door handle, simply insert the key and turn and you’re in.

Getting Inside

GM Lock Cover RemoveMany GM models hide the key holes under a cap at the back of the driver’s door. They include the Cadillac CT4, CT6, CTS, XT4, XT5, XT6, XTS and ATS.

*Note the additional Escalade instructions below and that 2020 brings a  completely new cap, also below.

To remove the first cap, pull the door handle out to the open position. Insert the key into the slot on the bottom of the cap (3, right). Push it as far upwards as possible and hold upward pressure. Then pry outward. And yes, you WILL feel like you are prying off a piece of your car! Move the cap rearward revealing the key cylinder. Now the mechanical key can be used in the cylinder. Look for a video here to help.

To replace the cap, insert the two tabs at the back of the cap between the black seal and the metal base. Pull the door handle out to the door open position and move the cap forward and press to snap it into place. You can then release the door handle.

The Escalade, until 2017, features a new wrinkle in the hidden Escalade Cylinder Capkey hole. The cylinder is hidden in the same place and manner, but the cap is the top, 1/8 of an inch portion. To remove it, the door handle must be pulled fully open. Then, push the cap towards the handle to release it. It may take a bit of force to accomplish this. See two videos here.

IMPORTANT! The Cadillac XTS uses both types of caps to hide the key holes shown above. Look or feel for a slot as described with the first cap. If its there, follow the first instructions. If there is no slot, follow the instructions for the early Escalade.

Replacing it is a simple matter of reversing the removal process and simpler than the process needed for the old style.

GM Lock Cover RemoveIn the middle of the 2017 model year, the Escalade, while retaining the hidden key hole, was shifted to the method shown previously. So, starting in 2017, look for a slot beneath the cap. If its there, use the key as described above. Push it into the slot as far upwards as possible, then pry outward. Move the cap rearward revealing the key cylinder.

New Caddy lock cylinder capThen in 2020, Cadillac came up with a whole new cap. As with the first style, there is a slot beneath the cap (right). The handle is first identified by its more curved appearance front to back and a separation near the top. Only the bottom can be removed. It is found on the Escalade and CT5.

Insert the mechanical key into the slot at the bottom of the handle and push upward all the way until the New Caddy cap swinging upcover frees. It will pop out about 1/8 of an inch. Remove the key – do not pry or pull with it. Once free, the cap simply swings up and can be pulled away (right).

With all these options the mechanical key can be used in the now-exposed lock cylinder. We have a video here as well to help.

Remember, getting IN the car is most important. If you have difficulty replacing the cap, don’t. Let your dealer do it when you get a new battery for your Key FOB!

Coupe_flush_handleThe CTS, XLR and ELR Coupes have flush door handles (left image) with no key holesCTS ELR open handle at all. They have a very different trick up their sleeves.

You must use the mechanical key to open the trunk. The key hole is under the lip of the trunk lid facing the ground.

Once open, you will find a release handle. It is below the forward lip of the trunk (right). Pulling the door release lever will unlock as well as unlatch the driver’s door.

Lyriq trunkWe have two videos for coupes here.

Similarly but more simply, the new Lyriq EV also requires the trunk or liftgate be unlocked using the mechanical key (right image). The front door will unlock at the same time.

Note that if the key simply spins in the cylinder, make sure that the key is fully inserted.

Related: Getting Out!

Continue to Starting Instructions …

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2018/09/cadillac-dead-key-fob-help-part-i-getting-in/