The Cadillac Seville 1996 was a luxury sedan renowned for its comfort, advanced features, and performance. Its electrical system, including the fuse box and relay components, played a crucial role in its operation.

The fuse box in the Cadillac Seville 1996 contained multiple fuses designed to protect various electrical circuits throughout the vehicle. These circuits powered essential components such as the engine control module, lighting systems, climate control, infotainment features, and more. Fuses were crucial as they would break the circuit in case of an electrical overload or short circuit, preventing damage to the corresponding systems.

Relays in the Cadillac Seville 1996 acted as electrically operated switches controlling high-current circuits. They facilitated the precise activation and deactivation of functions such as the starter motor, fuel pump, air conditioning compressor, and power windows or seats. Efficient power management through relays ensured each component received the correct voltage for optimal performance.

Regular inspection and maintenance of the fuse box and relays were necessary to ensure the Cadillac Seville 1996 operated smoothly. This included checking fuses for signs of wear or damage, ensuring secure relay connections, and promptly addressing any electrical issues that arose. Proper care of these components helped maintain the vehicle’s electrical integrity, enhancing safety and driving satisfaction in the Cadillac Seville 1996.

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(1996) Cadillac Seville fuse box and relay with Diagram

WARNING

  • Never replace a fuse with one that has a higher amperage rating.
  • A fuse with a too-high amperage could damage the electrical part and cause a fire.
  • On no account should fuses be repaired (e.g. patched up with tin foil or wire) as this may cause serious damage elsewhere in the electrical circuit or cause a fire.
  • If a fuse blows repeatedly, do not keep replacing it. Instead, have the cause for the repeated short circuit or overload tracked and fixed.
  • Terminal and harness assignments for individual connectors will vary depending on vehicle equipment level, model, and market.

Cadillac Seville 1996 fuse assignment

  • Cigar lighter / power outlet fuses in the Cadillac Seville are the fuse №. 23 in the Engine compartment fuse box and fuses №. 58 and 65 in the Rear Underseat fuse box.

Year of production: 1996

Engine compartment fuse block

cadillac seville fuse box diagram engine compartment 1996
cadillac seville fuse box diagram engine compartment 1996
Fuse nameUsage
INT LPSTrunk Lamp, Courtesy Lamps, Front Vanity Lamps, Glove Box Lamp, Garage Door Opener, Courtesy Lamp Relay
CIG LTR 1Front Cigarette Lighter (Full Console Only), Rear Lighte
CIG LTR 2Right and Left Rear Cigarette Lighte
L HDLP LOLeft Low-Beam Weadlamp
R HDLP LORight Low-Beam Headlamp, Light Emitting Diode (LED) on Headlamp Switch
L HDLP HILeft High-Beam Headlamp
R HDLP HIRight High-Beam Headlamp
SENSEHeated Windshield Control (Optional)
HDLPSHeadlamp Switch and Relay, High/Low Beam Control Relay, Right and Left Low Beam (I-Beam), Right and Left High Beam
HAZARDElectronic Flasher Module, Turnmazard Module, Right and Left Turn Lamps, Back-up Lamps, Right and Left Front Turn Lamps, Right and
Left Repeater Lamps (Export)
STOPStoplamp Switch, Centered High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL), Turn Hazard Switch, ABS Controller, Stepper Motor Cruise Control, Right and Left Rear Stoplamps
MIRRORInadvertent Power Relay, Outside Rearview Mirror, Data Line Connector (DLC), Flash-to-Pass Module
FOG/DRLDaytime Running Lamp (DRL) Relay (Domestic Only), Fog Lamp Relay (Optional), Headlamp Switch, Right and Left Front Fog Lamps (Optional)
IGN 0 (ENG)*Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
CRANKSensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)
ABSAnti-Lock Brake System/Anti-Slip Regulation-5 (ABS/ASR-5) Controller
IGN 1Rear Ignition-1 Relay, Front Fog Lamp Relay, Rear Lamp Relay (Export), Controlled Power Back-up Relay, DRL Relay (Domestic Only)
WIPERSAccessory Accessory Relay, Wiper Switch, Cluster, Wiper Motor, Wiper Pump
OXY SEN2*02 Sensor Rear, Catalytic Converter (CAT) Rear O2 Sensor
OXY SEN1 *02 Sensor Front, CAT Front 02 Sensor
FUEL PUMP”Engine Oil Pressure Indicator, PCM, Fuel Pump Relax Fuel Pump
INJ*Injectors 2, 3, 5, 8
INJ*Injectors 1, 4, 6, 7
CRUISEStepper Motor Cruise Control, Park Neutral Position Switch, Back-up Lamps, Electrochromatic Mirror, Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI)
DISTR*Electronic Ignition Contro
PCM (IGN)*Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
ECS*Transaxle Shift Solenoids, Mass Airflow, Low Refrigerant Cutoff Switch, Canister Purge, PCM, Linear Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR),
Power Steering Press Switch, Front Ignition- 1 Relay
PCM (BAT)*PCM
A/C COMPAC Compressor Relay, Cooling Fan Relays 1,2,3, Compressor
* Do not alter OBD II related fuses or circuit breakers

MaxiFuse/Relay Center

The MaxiFuses and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block on the driver’s side of the engine.

cadillac seville fuse box diagram maxi fuse relay center 1996
cadillac seville fuse box diagram maxi fuse relay center 1996
FuseUsage
BODY 1Real Time Dampening (RTD) Fuse, Convenience Fuse, BATT Fuse, Headlamp Wash Fuse (Export), Antenna Fuse, Park Lamp Relay, Right and Left Park Fuse
BODY 2Defog Relay, Pull-Down Fuse, Right and Left Heated Seat Fuse, Electronic Level Control (ELC) Fuse, Rear Defog Fuse, Heated Mirror Fuse
BODY 3Controlled Power Relay, Controlled Power Back-up Relay Mirror Fuse, Platform Zone Module (PZM) Fuse, Radiophone Fuse, Cluster Fuse, AMP Fuse Comfort Fuse
INADVERTInadvertent Power Relay, Brushless Blower Motor, Interior Lamps Fuse, Cigarette Lighter- 1 Fuse, Cigarette Lighter-2 Fuse
LAMPSHighbow Beam Relay, Headlamp Relay, Fog Lamp/DRL Fuse, Hazard Fuse, Mirror Fuse, Headlamp Fuse, Right and Left High Beam Fuse, Right and Left Low Beam Fuse, Stop Fuse
IGN 1Rear Ignition-1 Relay, Wiper Fuse, Relay Ignition- 1 Fuse, Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) Fuse
WINDOWSDelayed Accessory Bus (DAB) Relay
SEATSHorn Relay, Driver and Passenger Lumbar In/Out Relays, Driver and Passenger UpDown Relays, Memory Seat Module, Driver and Passenger Power Seat Switch
BATT 3Ignition 0-Body Fuse, RTD Fuse, Ignition 0-Engine Fuse, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Fuse, Turn Fuse, Console
BATT 2Starter Enable Relay, Park-Neutral Usage Position Switch, Crank Fuse, Injector 1 and 2 Fuse, Engine, Control System (ECS) Fuse, PCM
Fuse, DIS Fuse, ‘Ignition-1 Fuse, ACC Fuse
IGN 1*Front Ignition- 1 Relay, Oxygen Sensor 1 and 2 Fuse, Fuel Fuse, Cruise Fuse
BATT 1Starter Relay, PCM Fuse, AC Compressor Fuse
BRAKESABS Brake Modulator
COOL FNSCooling Fan Relays 1,2,3
* Do not alter OBD II related fuses or circuit breakers

Rear Compartment Fuse Block

The fuse block is located on the front wall of the trunk (behind the rear seat) on the driver’s side.

cadillac seville fuse box diagram rear compartment 1996
cadillac seville fuse box diagram rear compartment 1996
Fuse nameUsage
RLY IGNl*SDM, Cluster, Cruise in Stalk, Brake Switch, PZM, Fuel Level Sensor, Catalytic Converter Overtemp Amplifier (Export)
SIRSDM
RTDRTD
IGN 0- BODYPRNDL, Heated Windshield (Optional), PZM, Cluster, Air Control Module (ACM), Upper and Lower Zone Motor, HVAC Solenoids, Climate Control Panel (Optional), Rear Defog Relay, ELC Relay
TURNCornering Lamp Switch, Right and Left Cornering Lamps, Electronic Flasher Module, Turn/Hazard Switch, Right and Left Rear Turn Signal Lamps, Right and Left Front Turn Signal Lamps, Repeater Lamps (Export)
CONSOLECellular Phone Portable Docking Station, Washer Circuit Board,
Heated Seat Switch, Rear Zone Blower, Right and Left Heated
Seat Switches, Headlamp Wash Relay
COMFORTCD Player, Remote Function Actuator (RFA), Controlled Power Relay, Air Control Module (ACM), PZM
AMP (Optional)Right and Left Hand Bose Relay, Right Front and Rear Speaker (On Door), Left Front and Rear Speaker (On Door
PZMPZM
RADIO/PHONERadio Receiver, Radio Interface Module (RIM)(Bose Only),  Phone, DAB Relay, Trunk Release Relay, Fuel Door Release Relay, High Beam Relay
CLUSTERSteering Wheel Controls, Cluster
ACCPZM, Electrochromic Mirror, Rain Sensor (Optional), Accessory Relay
RR DEFOGRear Defog
HTD MIRRight and Left Outside Heated Mirror
HTD SEAT RPassenger Heated Seat Relay
HTD SEAT LDriver Heated Seat Relay
PULL DOWNTrunk Pull-Down Motor
ELCELC Relay and motor
ANTENNAPower Mast Antenna
HDLP WASHHeadlamp Wash Relay (Export) Headlamp Wash Motor
CONVENCTrunk Release Relay, Trunk Release Solenoid, Fuel Door Release Relay, Fuel Filler Door Release Solenoid, Door Lock Relay, Right and Left Front Door Motors, Right and Left Rear Door Motors, Door Unlock Relay
BATTDriver and Passenger Seat Lumbar Switch, Lumbar Switch (Driver Seat Only), Memory Seat Module
RTDRTD Module
RT PARKFront and Rear Park Lamps, Right Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamps, Headlamp Switch (Export), Rear Fog Lamp Relay (Export), Headlamp Switch
LT PARKLeft Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamps, Right and Left Parking Lamps, License Lamp, Underhood Lamp
*Do not alter OBD II related fuses or circuit breaker

Conclusion

For owners and enthusiasts of classic Cadillac Seville 1996, understanding the fuse box and relay systems is essential for vehicle maintenance. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helped ensure the vehicle’s longevity and reliability, preserving its status as a symbol of Cadillac’s craftsmanship and innovation in the automotive industry during that era.

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