2001 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual - Files

Power Distribution Fuse BlockThis fuse block is attached to the engine compartmentrelay center located on top of the battery. Simply lift thelid to open. If you have any questions about the powerdistribution fuse block, consult your dealer.Please note that if a power loss has occurred, such asdisconnecting the battery or removing the Maxi Fuses inthe power distribution fuse block, there are steps thatmust be followed to calibrate the electronic throttlecontrol (ETC). If these steps are not done, the enginewill not run properly. For information regarding thesesteps, see “Battery” earlier in this section.Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses and circuitbreakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires causedby electrical problems.Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If theband is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure youreplace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical sizeand rating.If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t havea spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the sameamperage. Pick some feature of your vehicle that youcan get along without -- like the radio or cigarettelighter -- and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.Replace it as soon as you can.There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: theinstrument panel fuse block and the enginecompartment relay center.6-57