
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.
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.
Watch this video to learn how to use an ABS scanner to retrieve Cadillac Anti-lock Brake System codes.
Watch this video to learn how to use a multi-system scanner to troubleshoot a Cadillac Airbag Light that is on.
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:
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.
By YOUCANIC Automotive Experts Published on: Monday, April 9, 2018. |