The Cadillac Seville 1997 was a luxury sedan known for its comfort, advanced features, and powerful performance during its time. Its electrical system, including the fuse box and relay components, played a crucial role in ensuring reliable operation.
The fuse box in the Cadillac Seville 1997 housed various fuses that protected specific 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 designed to break the circuit in case of electrical overload or short circuits, thus preventing damage to associated systems.
Relays in the Cadillac Seville 1997 acted as electrically operated switches that controlled high-current circuits. They facilitated the precise activation and deactivation of functions like the starter motor, fuel pump, air conditioning compressor, and power windows or seats. By managing power distribution efficiently, relays ensured that each component received the correct voltage for optimal performance.
Regular maintenance of the fuse box and relays was crucial to ensure the Cadillac Seville 1997 operated smoothly. This included checking fuses for signs of wear or damage, ensuring relay connections were secure, and promptly addressing any electrical issues that arose. Proper care of these components helped maintain the vehicle’s electrical integrity, enhancing overall reliability and driving satisfaction in the Cadillac Seville 1997.
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(1997) 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 1997 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: 1997
MaxiFuse/Relay Center
The MaxiFuses and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block on the driver’s side of the engine.
Fuse | Usage |
BODY 1 | Real Time Dampening (RTD) Fuse, Convenience Fuse, BATT Fuse, Passenger and Driver Seat Belt Comfort Solenoids, Trunk and Fuel Door Release Solenoids and Relays, Door Lock/Unlock Relays, DPR Relay (STS Only), Park Lamp Relay, Right and Left Park Fuse, Rear Fog Lamp Relay |
BODY 2 | Defog Relay, Pull-Down Fuse, Right and Left Heated Seat Fuse, Electronic Level Control (ELC) FuselRelay, Antenna Fuse, Heated Mirror Fuse |
BODY 3 | Controlled Power Relay, Controlled Power Back-up Relay, Cluster Fuse, Platform Zone Module (YZM) Fuse, Radio Fuse, DAB Relay, Trunk and Fuel Door Release Relay, High Beam Relay, Comfort Fuse, Controlled Power Relay, AMP Bose Only Fuse, Right and Left Bose Relay |
INADVERT | Inadvertent Power Relay, Interior Lamps Fuse, Cigarette Lighter- 1 Fuse, Cigarette Lighter-2 Fuse |
LAMPS | Headlamp Wash Relay (Export), Headlamps Fuse/Relay, HighLow Beam Control Relay, Fog Lamp/DRL Fuse, Hazard Fuse, Mirror Fuse, Inadvertent Power Relay, Right and Left High Beam Fuse, Right and Left Low Beam Fuse, Stop Fuse, Fog Lamp Relay (STS Only), DRL Relay |
IGN 1 | Rear Ignition- 1 Relay. Wiper Fuse, Relay Ignition- 1 Fuse, Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) Fuse, Accessory Relay |
WINDOWS | Delayed Accessory Bus (DAB) Relay |
SEATS | Horn Relay, Driver and Passenger Lumbar In/Out Relays, Driver and Passenger Up/Down Relays |
BATT 3 | Steering Column Ignition Switch |
BATT 2 | Steering Column Ignition Switch |
IGN 1* | Starter Relay and Solenoid, Park/Rev Fuse. Park Relay, PCM Fuse, AC Compressor Fuse and Relay, Fan Relay |
BRAKES | Starter Relay, PCM Fuse, AC Compressor Fuse |
BRAKES | ABS Brake Modulator |
COOL FNS | Cooling Fan Relays 1 and 3 |
*: Do not alter OBD II related fuses or circuit breakers. |
Engine compartment fuse block
Fuse name | Usage |
DRL | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) |
COR LPS | Cornering Lamp Switch, Right and Left Cornering Lamps |
INT LPS | Trunk Lamp, Courtesy Lamps, Front Vanity Lamps, Glove Box Lamp, Garage Door Opener, Courtesy Lamp Relay |
CIG LTR 1 | Front and Rear Cigarette Lighters (Full Console Only) |
CIG LTR 2 | Right and Left Rear Cigarette Lighter |
L HDLP LO | Left Low-Beam Headlamp |
R HDLP LO | Right Low-Beam Headlamp |
L HDLP HI | Left High-Beam Headlamp |
R HDLP HI | Right High-Beam Headlamp |
SENSE | Heated Windshield Control (Optional) |
FOG | Right and Left Front Fog Lamp Relay |
HDLPS | Headlamp Relay, High/Low Beam Control Relay, Right and Left Low/High Beam Fuses |
HAZARD | Electronic Flasher Module, TudHazard Switch, Right and Left Front Turn Lamps, Right and Left Rear Turn Lamps, Right and Left Repeater Lamps (Export), Cluster |
STOP | Stoplamp Switch, Centered High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL), ‘I”urn Hazard Switch, ABS Controller. Stepper Motor Cruise Control, Right and Left Rear Stoplamps (Export) |
MIRROR | Inadvertent Power Relay, Left Outside Rearview Minor Switch, ALDL. Menloly Mirror Module Dimmer Switch, Cluster |
DRL | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL: Relay, (STS Only) Left and Right Low Beam in DRL Mode, DRL Switch |
IGN 0 (ENG)* | Powertrain Control Module (PCM) |
ABS | Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Traction Control System |
IGN 1 | Rear Ignition- 1 Relay, Front and Rear Fog Lamp Relays, Control Power Back-up, DRL Relay |
WIPERS | Accessory Relay, Wiper Switch |
A/C COMP | AC Compressor Relay, Cooling Fan Relays 1, 2,3, Compressor Clutch |
A/C COMP | AC Compressor |
PCM (BAT)* | PCM |
PRK/REV | TCC and Exterior Travel Brake Switch, Reverse Relay, Right and Left Back-up Lamps, Electrochromatic Mirror (in Header), Park Relay, Brake Transaxle-Shift Interlock (BTSI) Switch, BTSI, PZM |
INJ* | Injectors 1, 4, 6, 7 |
ECS* | Transaxle Shift Solenoids. Mass Airflow, Canister Purge. PCM, Linear Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR), Front Ignition- 1 Relay, Torque Converter |
PCM (IGN)* | Powertrain Control Module (PCM) |
DISTR* | Electronic Ignition Control Modul |
CRUISE | Stepper. Motor Cruise Control, Power Steering Pressure Switch. Low Refrigerant Pressure Cutoff Switch, Park Relay |
INJ* | Injectors 1, 4, 6, 7 |
INJ* | Injectors 2, 3, 5, 8 |
FITEL PUMP* | PCM. Fuel Pump Relay, Fuel Pump |
FUEL PUMP | Fuel Pump |
OXY SEN 1* | Oxygen Sensor Front, CAT Front Oxygen Sensor |
OCY SEN 2* | Oxygen Sensor Rear, Catalytic Converter (CAT), Rear Oxygen Sensor |
* Do not alter OBD I1 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.
Fuse name | Usage |
RLY IGNl* | Cluster, Cruise in Stalk, PZM, Catalytic Converter Overtemp Amplifier (Export), TCC Switches |
SIR | SDM, Left and Right Door Sensor |
ELC | ELC Relay, Vacuum Pump, ALC Sensor |
TURN | Electronic Flasher, Turn/Hazard Switch |
CONSOLE | Rear Zone Blower, Right and Left Heated Seat Switches (Optional) |
BRAKE | Vacuum Pump (VP) Relay, VP Motor, VP Pressure Switch |
RSS | CV-RTD (CV-RSS) |
IGN 0-BODY | PRNDL. Dual Zone Switch, PZM, Cluster, Air Control Module (ACM), Upper Zone Motor, Lower Zone Motor (Optional), HVAC Solenoids. Climate Control Panel Analog Cluster (Console Shift Only), Rear Defog Relay, ELC Relay |
COMFORT | CD Player. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), Controlled Power Relay, Air Control Module (ACM), PZM |
AMP (Bose Only)(Optional) | Right and Left Hand Boss Relay, Right and Left Front Speakers (On Door), Right and Left Rear Speakers |
PZM | PZM |
RADIO/PHONE | Radio Receiver, Radio Interface Module (RIM)(,Bose Only), Phone, DAB Relay, Trunk Release Relay, Fuel Door Release Relay, High/Low Beam Relay |
CLUSTER | Steering Wheel Controls, Cluster |
ACC | PZM, Electrochromic Mirror, Rain Sensor (Optional), Accessory Relay |
HTD MIR | Right and Left Outside Heated Mirror |
HTD SEAT R | Passenger Heated Seat Relay (Optional) |
HTD SEAT L | Driver Heated Seat Relay (Optional) |
PULL DOWN | Trunk Pull-Down Mot |
HDLP WASH | Headlamp Wash Relay (Export), Headlamp Wash Motor |
ANTENNA | Power Mast Antenna |
RSS | CV-RTD Module (CV-RSS) |
CONVENC | Trunk Release Relay, Trunk Release Solenoid, Fuel Door Release Relay, Fuel Filler Door Release Solenoid, Door Lock Relay, Left Front Door Motors, PZM, Door Unlock Relay |
BATT | Driver and Passenger Seat Lumbar Switch (Optional), Memory Seat Module |
RSS | CV-RTD (CV-RSS) |
RT PARK | Headlamp Switches, Rear Fog Lamp Relay, Right Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamps, Right Rear Back-up Lamp (Export), Park Position Lamp (Export), Rear Park/Turn Lamps |
LT PARK | Left Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamps, Front Parking Lamps, Left Turn/Stop/Tail Lamps, Right and Left License Plate Lamps, Park Position Lamp (Export) |
* Do not alter OBD I1 related fuses or circuit breakers. |
Conclusion
For owners and enthusiasts of classic Cadillac Seville 1997, 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.