2001 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual - Files

If you continue to drive with a loose fuel cap, thediagnostic system in your vehicle can determine if thefuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. Aloose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporateinto the atmosphere. If this happens, the CHECKENGINE light may come on. For more information, see“Malfunction Indicator Lamp” earlier in this section.Automatic Transmission Warning Light(If Equipped)Leveling Indicator LightThis light comes on brieflywhen the ignition is turnedon. If the light remains onor lights up while driving,there may be a fault in theautomatic transmission.Have your vehicle serviced.This light comes on steadywhen the rear load level inyour vehicle changes.Do not drive your vehicle when this light is on.The rear of your vehicle is too low and part of thebody or the rear axle may be damaged when drivingover bumpy roads. When the light goes out, levelingis complete. This procedure is automatic -- you don’thave to do anything.If the light comes on flashing, there may be a problemwith the leveling system. You should reduce yourvehicle speed and have your vehicle serviced soon.Brake Pad Wear Indicator LightThis light comes on whenthe brake pads on yourvehicle have significantlyworn. The pads will have tobe replaced, so have yourvehicle serviced soon.2-85