1997 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 345

Fuses andCircuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuitsby 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 If the fuse. band is broken or melted, replace the Be sure you fuse. replace a bad fuse witha new one of the identical size and rating. Engine Compartment FuseBlock If you ever havea problem on the road and don't have a spare fuse,you can "borrow"one that has the same amperage. Pick some feature your vehicle that you of can get along without like the radio or cigarette -lighter -- and use its fuse, it isthe correct amperage. if Replace it as soon as you can. There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: the engine compartment fuse block and the rear compartment fuse block. The fuse block is located next to the air cleaner on the driver's sideof the engine. Lift the cover to gain access. 6-62