How to Read Cadillac fault codes

In this guide, we will take a look at how you can read Cadillac fault codes using an OBD-II scanner. 

Use this method to diagnose a dashboard warning light or message on the DIC. 

What you will need

• All System Scanner for Cadillac

Procedure

1. Park your Cadillac on level ground and set the parking brakes. 
2. Open the driver's door and locate the OBD-2 port.
3. Plug your scanner into the OBD2 port 
4. Turn on the ignition by turning the key to position II. If your Cadillac has START/STOP feature, press the button without pressing the brake pedal. 
5. Allow your scanner to turn on. Follow the promptings on your scanner to read fault codes.

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Basic OBD2 scanners can only be used to retrieve fault codes from the Engine Control Unit (ECU). Those are faults that trigger the Check Engine warning light on the dashboard.

To diagnose ABS and Airbag/SRS warning lights, a multi-system OBD-II scanner is needed. Here are some popular scanners you can use:

• Launch Creader VII+
• Autel ABS SRS Transmission Scanner
• Foxwell Full System Scanner

The procedure for reading Cadillac fault codes is similar, regardless of which scanner you are using.

When the Check Engine Light (CEL) or any other warning light such as ABS, Airbag, TPMS turn on or you get a warning message on Driver Information Center (DIC), a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) gets stored in the corresponding control module.