Problems with anti-theft systems using the raised-chip key can prevent the car from starting. The wires in the steering column to the ignition lock cylinder tend to break. The key and ignition lock cylinder should be replaced to correct this condition.
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Most reported 1992 Cadillac Eldorado problems
Trunk Lid Won't Close Due to Trunk Pull Down Switch Failure
The trunk pull down switch may fail causing the trunk lid not to close completely. Our technicians tell us that the failed switch can be replaced without changing the complete pull down motor assembly.
29 Reports
Power seat operation erratic
Power seat motors and seat position sensors may fail causing the power seats to act erratically.
22 Reports
AC Not Cold Due to Refrigerant Leak and/or Pressure Sensor Fault
The air conditioning system can be prone to refrigerant leaks and failure of one or more pressure sensors. The AC pressure sensors should be checked for proper operation when ever the AC system is serviced.
21 Reports
Rear of Vehicle May Ride to High or Low
The auto level ride compressor may fail causing the rear of the vehicle to ride to high or too low.
20 Reports
The Head lights May Stop Working
The head light switch may fail causing the head lights to become inoperative.
19 Reports
The Parking Brake May Not Automatically Release
The vacuum release actuator for the parking brake may fail, preventing the parking brake from releasing automatically. Our technicians remind us that there is a mechanical release lever on the park brake ratchet you may use if the park brake does not release automatically. (Care should be taken when manually releasing the park brake!)
18 Reports
AC Compessor May Fail
The AC compressor may develop an abnormal noise or refrigerant leak, requiring replacement.
17 Reports
High Pressure Power Steering Hose Can Leak Fluid
The high pressure power steering hose will commonly leak fluid; it should be replaced.
14 Reports
The Fuel Pump May Fail Causing the Engine to Stall or Crank Over But Not Start
The fuel pump may fail causing the engine to stall and not restart. Our technicians recommend replacing the fuel filter every 30,000 miles to help prevent undue strain on the fuel pump.
14 Reports
Transmission Fluid Leak From Cooler Line
An automatic transmission fluid leak may develop from the rubber section of a transmission cooler line. In some cases the rubber section of hose can be replaced. In others, the complete cooler line must be replaced to correct this type of leak.
13 Reports
Coolant Leak & Engine Overheating
A coolant leak may develop from the water pump. This can result in an engine overheating condition. A leaking water pump will require replacement.
4 Reports
Performance Issues Due to Faulty ECM Grounds at Front of Engine
The engine control module (ECM) electrical grounds on the front of the engine block may develop high resistance causing engine performance issues.
4 Reports
Fuel injectors can short-circuit
The fuel injectors may short out electrically causing a round idle condition.
4 Reports
EGR control solenoild or valve may fail
The EGR system control solenoid or valve may fail causing the check engine (SES) light to illiminate. Engine pinging on acceleration may also be noted if the EGR system fails.
4 Reports
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