1999 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual - Page 294

yellowblue Power Distribution Fuse Block Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without -- like the radio or cigarette lighter -- and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can. There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: the instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment relay center. This fuse block is attached to the engine compartment relay center located on top of the battery. Simply lift the lid to open. If you have any questions about the power distribution fuse block, consult your dealer. Note: If a power loss has occurred, such as disconnecting the battery or removing the MaxiFuses in the power distribution fuse block, there are steps that must be followed to calibrate the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC). If these steps are not done, the engine will not run properly. For information regarding these steps, see "Battery" earlier in this section. 6-56