Black plate (104,1)Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011Power Windows and Other PowerOptionsCircuit breakers in the fuse block protect the powerwindows and other power accessories. When thecurrent load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens andcloses, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed orgoes away.Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses and circuitbreakers. This greatly reduces the chance of firescaused by electrical problems.Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If theband is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure youreplace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical sizeand rating.If you ever have a problem on the road and don'thave a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has thesame amperage. Just pick some feature of the vehiclethat you can get along without — like the radio orcigarette lighter — and use its fuse, if it is thecorrect amperage. Replace it as soon as you can.Underhood Fuse BlockThe underhood fuse block is located on the passengerside of the engine compartment. Remove the fuse coverand secondary service cover to access the fuse block.Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical componenton the vehicle may damage it. Always keep thecovers on any electrical component.6-104
