Jump to content
CaddyInfo Cadillac Forum

Recommended Posts

My heat has been going in and out I had overheating problems but after I changed the thermostat it started working good until longer drives it starts going cool...Now even when engine is warm it just runs cold no heat at all...Any suggestions???

Live Fast Drive Luxuriously

Link to comment
Share on other sites


One thing you can do is display the Diagnostic Trouble Codes; here's how

http://www.caddyinfo.com/readingcodes.html

You will be most interested in "B" codes.

Another srep that is worth trying is slowly (like one degree at a time) changing the selected temperature through the entire range from 60 degrees to 90 degrees. Do this several times.

Post the codes here and tell us what you learn.

Jim

Drive your car.

Use your cell phone.

CHOOSE ONE !

Link to comment
Share on other sites

One thing you can do is display the Diagnostic Trouble Codes; here's how

http://www.caddyinfo.com/readingcodes.html

You will be most interested in "B" codes.

Another srep that is worth trying is slowly (like one degree at a time) changing the selected temperature through the entire range from 60 degrees to 90 degrees. Do this several times.

Post the codes here and tell us what you learn.

Alrite I will write them down and get back to y'all...thanx

Live Fast Drive Luxuriously

Link to comment
Share on other sites

B1317 - In Car Air Temperature Sensor

I believe there is only one of these is your year-model and it is behind the ~~1" square vent panel between the steering column and the headlamp switch.

There is a fan that pulls air across the sensor. Do you know if that fan is operating?

Pull the end panel from the dash to gain access to the fan and sensor.

Jim

Drive your car.

Use your cell phone.

CHOOSE ONE !

Link to comment
Share on other sites

i found it but dont kno exactly how 2 access it. so im guessin if this is not able to verify the cabin temp. is cold it will constantly blow cold air?

Live Fast Drive Luxuriously

Link to comment
Share on other sites

i found it but dont kno exactly how 2 access it.

Open the driver's door and inspect the outboard end of the instrument panel. You will see an access panel that can be removed.

so im guessin if this is not able to verify the cabin temp. is cold it will constantly blow cold air?

The cabin air temperature sensor (resistor) is reporting the wrong value to the temperature control module.

Try operating the HVAC in a <MODE> other than AUTO and see if that delivers a little more heat.

Jim

Drive your car.

Use your cell phone.

CHOOSE ONE !

Link to comment
Share on other sites

once again u helped me jim thank u...i found the sensor wire unhooked who knows why??? i need to put a new battery in so i will let u kno how the heat adjusts....amazing how u knew that thank u

Live Fast Drive Luxuriously

Link to comment
Share on other sites

once again u helped me jim thank u...i found the sensor wire unhooked who knows why??? i need to put a new battery in so i will let u kno how the heat adjusts....amazing how u knew that thank u

Yep, JimD is our resident electronics guru!

Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1  >>

1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm

How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/

Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year  http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm

Link to comment
Share on other sites

My battery is dead still but after I put the wire back in the sensor am annoying sound was comin from that fan motor or whatever it is back there that is now connected... I think the place I got it from took the wire off so they could sell it because they kno most people wouldn't buy it. So is there any idea wat the noise might be? it sounds like somethins tryin to move but can't. I have a feeling replacing it is a pain in the *smurf*....

Live Fast Drive Luxuriously

Link to comment
Share on other sites

once again u helped me jim thank u...i found the sensor wire unhooked who knows why??? i need to put a new battery in so i will let u kno how the heat adjusts....amazing how u knew that thank u

Yep, JimD is our resident electronics guru!

Body I got a strange noise coming from the fan/resistor area....wat do u suggest I do?

Live Fast Drive Luxuriously

Link to comment
Share on other sites

The term strange noise is not specific enough. Give us more detail, about the strange noise. Is the motor turning?

You say your battery is still dead. You might be hearing the MOTOR trying to turn and there is not enough current to turn it and you are hearing noise instead, it might be humming or buzzing, and you are hearing the electro magnetic field with low current. Charge the battery before you damage the motor

Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1  >>

1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm

How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/

Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year  http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm

Link to comment
Share on other sites

That wire was probably disconnected to stop the fan motor from making the noise. It is not unusual for that motor to be noisy in colder climates.

The fix might be as simple as removing the entire fan assembly and working a drop or two of machine oil into the motor bushing.

Another repair I have seen is to locate a 12 Volt computer fan that is close to the same size.

Jim

Drive your car.

Use your cell phone.

CHOOSE ONE !

Link to comment
Share on other sites

not rying to thread jack here but im having the same problem except my darn heat doesnt blow out any thing my heater controls ar all out adn so is all other guauges beside my darn speedo and gas and trip meters other tahn that i have nothing but it blowss cold air i'vehad the heater blower motor changed and the thermostat and heater control module changed also so wat might it be

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Clogged heater core, air in the system or the "T" connector was replaced without a restrictor in it or put back on with the restrictor in the wrong leg.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

got a new battery finally the noise periodically comes in and out. how do i kno if it was working?? also the heat is scarce if any at all. any other suggestions...

Live Fast Drive Luxuriously

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Clogged heater core, air in the system or the "T" connector was replaced without a restrictor in it or put back on with the restrictor in the wrong leg.

How will I test for a clogged heater core???

Live Fast Drive Luxuriously

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Clogged heater core, air in the system or the "T" connector was replaced without a restrictor in it or put back on with the restrictor in the wrong leg.

How will I test for a clogged heater core???

If the supply line is hot and the return line is cool or cold, it's probably clogged.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Clogged heater core, air in the system or the "T" connector was replaced without a restrictor in it or put back on with the restrictor in the wrong leg.

How will I test for a clogged heater core???

If the supply line is hot and the return line is cool or cold, it's probably clogged.

Where are they located I checked all data it said I have 2. It said they were in the vents you have a better description??

Live Fast Drive Luxuriously

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Clogged heater core, air in the system or the "T" connector was replaced without a restrictor in it or put back on with the restrictor in the wrong leg.

How will I test for a clogged heater core???

If the supply line is hot and the return line is cool or cold, it's probably clogged.

Where are they located I checked all data it said I have 2. It said they were in the vents you have a better description??

Here is a photo of the heater hose system, #2 and #4 are your heater lines, and they are just inside the passenger side fender down from the hood hinge.

NSHeaterHoses.jpg

Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1  >>

1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm

How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/

Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year  http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm

Link to comment
Share on other sites

My engine is now burning oil and coolant blowing out white smoke from the exhaust...I want to know wat step should I take next? 1999 Seville Sls 50,000 miles on it. Please get back to me if u can help

Live Fast Drive Luxuriously

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Alright I will test them but where is the this "T" connector?

You do not have a T connector on the NS, only the 4.9 had the T

Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1  >>

1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm

How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/

Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year  http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
×
×
  • Create New...