Chevrolet 1993 Cavalier Owner'S Manual Download Page 141

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Summary of Contents for 1993 Cavalier

Page 1: ...f C H E V R O L E T C A V A L I E R 1 9 9 3 O W N E R S M A N U A L ...

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Page 3: ...ntrols 47 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7 Part 8 Part 9 Comfort Controls Audio Systems IO Your Driving andthe Road 123 I Problems on the Road a a Service Appearance Care I95 MaintenanceSchedule 259 r Customer Assistance Information 281 I Includes ReportingSafety Defects on page 286 Index 295 ServiceStationInformation Last Page 10202145 B Second Printing ...

Page 4: ... Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual For Canadian OwnersWho Prefer a French Language Manual Aux proprietaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en francais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd 1500Bonhill Road Mississauga Ontario L5T 1C7 Published by Chevrolet Motor Division General Motors Corporation 2 Th...

Page 5: ...dgearsfram muking carriages to making cars forming half the team that gave birthto Chevrolet Louis Chevrolet the other half of the team at the wheelo f his experimental ClassicSix which enteredproduction in 1912 That year 2999 vehicles wereproduced ...

Page 6: ...fic but millionso f Americans already owned a Chevy I I I I In 1932 Chevrolet introduced the Synchro Mesh transmission I and oflered a host of accessories including such niceties asa clock i The legacyo fAmerica s favorite sportscar beganin 1953 when 319 hand assembled white Corvettes launched the d 7 first use o faJiberglass body ina ...

Page 7: ...c and was powered by an available fuel injectedV8 60 sautomotive excitement included Chevrolet landmarks like the Corvette Sting Ray the sporty Camuro and powerplants like the legendary 327 V8 m 7 Your new Chevrolet continuesa traditiono f quality and value ...

Page 8: ...o adjust the ventilation and comfortcontrols and how to operateyour audio system Part 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find helpful information and tips aboutthe road and how todrive under different conditions Part 5 Problems on the Road This part tellsyou what to do if you have a problem whiledriving such as a flat tireor engine overheating Part 6 Service Appearance Care Here the manual te...

Page 9: ...eans Don t Don t do this Don t let this happen 8 VehicleDamage Warnings Also inthis book you will find these blue notices NOTICE I hese mean there is somct ould damage your vehicle hese mean there is somct In the blue noticearea we tell you about something thatcan damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be coveredby your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you wha...

Page 10: ...yes byShielding Caustic Battery Acid Could Cause Burns Avoid Sparks or Flames Spark or Flame Could Explode Battery These symbols are important foryou and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven These symbols have to do with your lights Fasten Safety Belts Door LocWUnlock a iMaster Lighting Switch w Turn Signal Direction Hazard Warning Flashers Headlight HighBeam Parking Lights p i ...

Page 11: ... Rear Window Defogger Ventilating Fan Power Window These symbols are usedon warning and Here are some other symbols youmay indicator lights see Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Fuel Engine Oil Pressure Brake Anti Lock Brakes Fuse 1 Trunk Release cc Lighter Horn wbl I Hood Release 9 ...

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Page 13: ...Belts Seats and Seat Controls 12 SafetyBelts 17 How to Wear Safety BeltsProperly 22 DriverPosition 23 Safety BeltUse During Pregnancy 27 Right Front Passenger Position 27 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 30 Center Passenger Position 32 Children 33 Smaller Children and Babies 34 Child Restraints 35 LargerChildren 43 SafetyBeltExtender 44 Replacing Safety Belts Aftera Crash 45 RearSeatPassengers 28 I...

Page 14: ... don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Move the lever under the front seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever andtry t c move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place 1 1 1 3 Reclining Front Seatback To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat andmove the seatback to where yo...

Page 15: ...elt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there notat your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection whenthe vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in theseat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Head restraintsare fixed on some vehicles and adjustable on others Slide an adjustablehead restraint up or dow...

Page 16: ... adjust a manual driver s seatwhile the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuseyou or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving I I I Front Seatback Latches 2 DOORMODELS In 2 door models the front seatback folds forwardto let people getinto the back seat Your seatback will move back and forth freely unlessyou c...

Page 17: ...slide forward After someonegets into the rear seat area move the rightfront seatback to its original position Then move the seat rearward until it locks If an easyentry right front b seat isn tlocked it canmove In a sudden stop or crash the person sittingthere could be injured After you ve used it be sure t o push rearward on an easy entry seatt o be sure it is locked To get out again tilt the sea...

Page 18: ... latch properly have them checked by your dealer Remember to keep safety beltsclear of seat hinges and latchesso they are not damaged whenyou raise and lower the seatback To Lower the Split Folding Rear Seat 1 There is a release lever onthe side of each seat Pull the release lever forward and pull the seatback forward and down 1 _ 1 2 Push down on thefiller panel and the seatback so they lock into...

Page 19: ... release lever located on the rightside of the seat 2 Pull the seatback forward and down Once folded the weight of the one piece seatback will hold it down To Raise the One Piece Rear Seat 1 Lift the seatback until it locks in place Push back and forth on the seatback to be sure it is locked in place Safety Belts They re For Everyone This part of the manual tellsyou how to use safety belts properl...

Page 20: ... your safety belt isn t buckled and you ll hear a chime too It s the reminder to buckle UP n many states and Canadian provinces le law says to wear safety belts Here s rhy They work You never know if you llbe in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a badone A few crashes are very mild In them you won t get hurt even if you re not buckled up And some crashes can beso serious ...

Page 21: ...n or on anything you go as fast as it goes 1 For example if the bike is going 10 mph 16 km h so is the child I 2 When the bike hits the block it stops But the child keeps going 3 Take the simplest car Suppose it s just a seat on wheels 19 I ...

Page 22: ...cle it could be the windshield 5 Get it up to speed Then stop the 44car The rider doesn t stop With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bonestake the forces That s why safety belts make suchgood sense 7 or the instrumentpanel 20 8 or the safety belts ...

Page 23: ... they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offeredfor sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That strue not only in frontalcollisions but especially in side and other collisions A Air bags or Supplemental Q If I m a good driver andI never drive far from home why s...

Page 24: ...utaminute If the Ifyoudon t youmightnothave driver s belt is buckled neither the the protection you d need in a chime nor the light will come on crash vehicle fixed rn How to Wear SafetyBelts Properly Adults This section is only for peopleof adult size I GAUIIUN There are special things t o know about sakty belts and children And there are different des fbrbabies and smaller children If a child wi...

Page 25: ... restof Part 1 does not apply to your vehicle To learn how to use your safety belts please read the Owner s Manual Safety Belt Supplement It comes with every new Chevrolet first soldin Canada Driver Position This section describes the driver s restraint system Automatic Lap Shoulder Belt This safety belt is called automatic because you don t have to buckle up when you get into your vehicle 23 ...

Page 26: ...it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could causeserious or even fatal injuries The shoulderbelt should go over the shoulderand across thechest These parts of the bodyare best ableto take belt restraining forces The safety belt locksif there s a sudden stop or a crash It s possible thatan automaticbelt could keep you from fully opening a door That can happenif the door was slammed shu...

Page 27: ...the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate intothe buckle until it clicks Q What s wrong with this A The shoulderbelt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way AYou can be seriouslyhurt if your shoulderbelt is too loose In a crash you would move forward toomuch which could significantly increase injury The shoulderbelt should fi...

Page 28: ...rm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times AYou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much forceto the ribs whicharen t as strong as shoulder bones You could alSQ severely injure internal organs like your liveror spleen Q Wha...

Page 29: ...rn properly it s more likely thatthe fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See the Index under Driver Position Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see the Index under Seat ...

Page 30: ...y belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown outof the vehiclein a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions The positions next to the windows have lap shoulderbelts Here s How to Wear One Properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pullthe belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the ...

Page 31: ...p part tight pull down on the buckle endof the beltas you pull up on the shoulder part e The lap partof the belt shouldbe worn low and snug onthe hips just touching the thighs In acrash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones Andyou d be less likely toslide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at yourabdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The sh...

Page 32: ...fit againstyour body D To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Rear Safety Belt ComfortGuides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may be equipped with rear shoulderbelt comfort guides This feature will provide added comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints andfor small adults If your vehicle does not have comfort guides you may ask yourdealer to order and insta...

Page 33: ...he shoulderbelts 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between theedge of the seat back and the interior body to removethe guide from its storageclip I 2 Slidethe guide under and pastthe belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the beltis not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord m...

Page 34: ... just perform these stepsin reverse order Squeeze the belt edges togetherso that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seat back and the interior body leavingonly the loop of elastic cord exposed Center Passenger Position If your vehiclehas a rear bench seat s...

Page 35: ...the belt isn t long enough see the Index under Safeq Belt Extender Make sure the release buttonon the buckle faces upwardor outward so yc would be able to unbuckle it quickly you ever had to ne U if Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and allchildren smaller than adult size In fact the law in every state and Canadianprovince says children up to some age must be re...

Page 36: ...child s hip bones are so smalI that a regular belt might notstay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would applyforce right on the child s abdomen which could cause seriousor fatal injuries So be sure that any child small enough for one isalways properly restrained in a child or infant restraint 1 a x Continued Securethe baby in...

Page 37: ...ticsshow thatchildren are safer if they are restrained inthe rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend thatyou put your child restraintin the rear seat unless the child is an infant and you re the only adult in the vehicle In that case you might want to secure the restraint in the front seat where you can keep aneye on the baby Wherever you install it be sure to secu...

Page 38: ...g the lap shoulder belt See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructionsfor the child restraint 2 Securethe child in the child restraint as the instructionssay 3 Pull out the vehicle s safety beltand run the lap part through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will showyou how Tilt the latch plat...

Page 39: ...able to un on the child restraint buckle itquickly if you ever need to 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directionsto be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle thevehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adultor larger child passenger 37 ...

Page 40: ... plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions forthe child restraint as the instructions say 3 Securethe child in the child restraint 4 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructionswill show you how release button faces upward or out ward so you ll be ableto unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to 6 To ...

Page 41: ...st unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adultor larger child passenger Securing a ChildRestraint in the Right Fmnt Seat To use a child restraint here you will need a special infantkhild seat attaching belt and the hardware that goes with it See theearlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one Your dealer can get these and install the hardware for ...

Page 42: ...but securing a child restraint in the right frontseat If an adultor older child usesit the belt won t provide protection and may even increase injuryin a crash I Once the special hardware is installed please followthe instructions withit and these steps 1 Unbuckle the automatic lap shoulder belt by pushing the button on the buckle It will stay on the door ready to be rebuckledfor use by adults or ...

Page 43: ...ling it along the belt the instructionsfor the child restraint 5 Put the restraint on the seat Follow 6 Secure the child inthe child restraint as the instructionssay 7 Run the belt throughor around the child restraint The child restraint instructionswill show you how 8 Put the hook on thefree end through the slot in the latch plate 41 ...

Page 44: ...o be sure it is secure ToRemove the InfanUChiId Seat Restraint 1 Push the buttonon the safety belt buckle and remove the special latch plate Leave the latch plate on the special belt 2 Push the spring on the hook nearthe door and removethe special belt 3 Put the belt awayin a safe placein your vehicle so it won t fly around in a crash and injure someone 4 Remember to reattach the automatic belt ag...

Page 45: ...ow thatchildren are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckled upcan be thrown out in acrash x20 Children who aren t buckled upcan strike other people who are L U205 11 Never do t h i s Ir Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces a In a crash the two children can be cru...

Page 46: ...t slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause seriousor fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones ina crash Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you sho...

Page 47: ...inorcollision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage alsomay mean you will have to have safety belt parts like the retractor replacedor anchorage locations repaired even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision Q What s wrong with...

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Page 49: ...d what to do if you have a problem Part 2 Features Controls Keys 48 Locks 49 GloveBox 53 Ignition 55 StartingYourEngine 56 Engine Block Heater 59 Shifting the Transaxle 60 ParkingBrake 66 ShiftingintoPark 67 Windows 71 Turn SignaVHeadlight Beam Lever 73 Cruisecontrol 74 Headlights 78 Interior Lights 81 WindshieldWipers 83 Windshield Washer 84 Mirrors 85 Ashtrays and Lighter 87 Sunroof 88 Instrumen...

Page 50: ...vehicle with young children The ignition keys are for the ignition only When a new Chevrolet is delivered the dealer removes the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner Each plug hasa code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the plugs ina safe place If you lose your keys you ll be ableto have new ones made easily using theseplugs The door...

Page 51: ...hicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear d t ybelts properly lock your doors and you will be fat better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the Outside Use your door key From the Inside To lock the door pull the sliding locking lever back To unlo...

Page 52: ... vehicle is running have that person use the manual or power lock When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Just use the manual or power lock to lock the door again ures Controls Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Illuminated Entry Exit System When you lift the handleof either front doo...

Page 53: ...seis equipped with a lockout feature to help prevent unauthorized entry into the trunk when the vehicleis unattended The switch is located on the inside of the trunk lid mounted to the trunk lid latch To turn the lockout on slide the switch all theway to the right To turn the lockout off slide the switch allthe way to the left When the lockout is on the mechanical remote trunk release will not rel...

Page 54: ...me into your vehicle You can t see or I smell co It can cause uncon sciousnessor even death Ifyoumust drive withtheliftgate lock releaseto work Withamanual open transaxle the parking brake must be set I The automatic transaxle must be in P Park or N Neutral forthe liftgate Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heatingor cooling system to its highest speed that will forcethe out...

Page 55: ...is Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transaxle taking your key out also locks your transaxle Andremember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables outof sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking L o t s If you park in a lot where someone w...

Page 56: ...you ll find two or four anchors on the back wall of your trunk You can use these anchors to tie down lighter loads They prevent things from shifting during sudden stops turns and maneuvers These anchors are not for heavier loads Store those items as far forward inthe trunk as possible New Vehicle Break ln Your modern Chevrolet doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the lo...

Page 57: ...sition to whichthe switch returns after you start your engine and releasethe switch The switch stays in the Run position when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you canuse Run to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instru ment panel warning lights Start Starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return toRu...

Page 58: ...nd you can t turn it be sure it is all the way in If it is then turn tl steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break thekey or the ignition switch If none this works t 1 yc vehicle needs service Starting YourEngine Engines start differently The 8th digitof your Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code le...

Page 59: ...clutch pedal to thefloor while starting the engine Your vehicle won t start if the clutch pedal is not all theway down that s a safety feature Both Transaxles 2 Don t push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine In some other vehicles you might need todo this but because of your vehicle s computer systems you don t 3 Turn your ignitionkey to Start When the engine starts letgo of the key ...

Page 60: ...esigned to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electricalparts or accessories you could change the way the fuel injection system operates Before addingelectrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t yourenginemight not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells howto do it without damaging your vehicle See the I n d...

Page 61: ... be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy dutythree prongextension cord rated for at least 1 5 amps After you ve used the bfock hea be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts Ifyou don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the block heater plugged in The answer depen...

Page 62: ...you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily I It is dangerous to get out o f your vehicleif the shift lever is noi fully inP Park with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unlessyou have to If you have leftthe engine running the vehicle canmove suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t mov...

Page 63: ...cation Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish See the Index under Shifting Out o f P Park U Reverse R Reverse Use this gear to back up Shifting to R Reverse while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to R only after your vehicle has S t o p p e d Neutmi N Neutral In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving...

Page 64: ...ift out of P Park or N Neutral while your engineis racing 62 Damage to your transaxlecaused by shifting out of P Park or i J J N Neutral with the engine racing isn t coveredby your warranty Forward Gears D Drive This position is for normal driving 2 Second Gear This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use 2 on hills It can help control your speedas you go down steep mounta...

Page 65: ... in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object aula damage your transal Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This cduld overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift intoP Park to hold lr vehicle in position on a hill economy than 2 You can use it crh very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever ...

Page 66: ...t up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal backdown Then shift into1 2 Second Gear Press the clutch pedal as you let up onthe accelerator pedal and shift into2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedalas you press the accelerator pedal 3 4 and 5 Third Fourthand Fifth Gears Shiftinto3 4 and5 the same way you do for 2 Slowly let upon the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To Stop Let up on ...

Page 67: ...st fuel economy accelerate slowly and shift whenthe light comes on While you accelerate it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator Ignore the SHIFT light whenyou downshift Shifi Speeds MANUAL TRANSAXLE This chart shows when to shiftto the next higher gear for best fuel economy Acceleration Shift Speeds 1st to 2nd 17 mph 27 km h 2ndto3rd 30 mph...

Page 68: ...Don t shift from5 to 2 or 4 to 1 I I b 66 when you downshift or if you the engine whenyou downshift you can damage the clutch or transaxle i Parking Brake The parking brake leveris located between the bucket seats To Set the Parking Brake Hold the brakepedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on ...

Page 69: ...J If You are ona Hill See the Index under Parking on Hills That section showshow to turn your front wheels Shifting Into P Park AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE AIt is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park withthe parking brake firmly set Your vehicle canroll If you have leftthe engine running the vehicle canmove suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your v...

Page 70: ...with you If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignitionkey in your hand your vehicle is inP Park Leaving Your Vehicle Withthe Engine Running AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE It is dangerous to leave your running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even ca...

Page 71: ...ore you can shift from P Park when the ignition is in the Run position See the Index under Automatic Transu de If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever allthe way into P Park and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models asyou maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever butt...

Page 72: ...Engine Exhausf I B contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you can t see or smell It cancause unconsciousness anddeath You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle getsrusty underneath Your vehicle was damagedin a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points onthe road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your ...

Page 73: ... park in a garage withthe engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See the Index under Blizzard It can be dangerousto get outof your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in P Park withthe parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle whenthe engine is running unless you have to If you ve leftthe engine running the vehicle canmove suddenly You or others c...

Page 74: ...ntby pushing the switch markedAUTO to the first detent When the switch is fully pressed the window will go down all the way To stop the window while it is lowering press the switch forward then release To raise the window press and hold the switch forward Power WindowLock Out Switch OPTION On 4 dOOr models this switch disables the rear passenger power windows Push the switch forward to lock the wi...

Page 75: ...Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Headlight High Low Beam Changer Parking Lights Cruise Control Option Flash to Pass Feature exceptin Indicator Canada TurnSignal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward for Right and two downward for Left positions These positions allowyou to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a ...

Page 76: ...he fuse see the Index under Fuses Circuit Breakers and for burned out bulbs 74 rn Cruise Control OPTION With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40h h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not workat speeds below about25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes or the clutch pedal the cruise control shuts off C...

Page 77: ...d you want 3 Push in the SET button at the end of 4 Take your foot off the accelerator the lever and releaseit pedal ToResume a Set Speed Suppose you set yourcruise control ata desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutch pedal This of course shuts off thecruise control But you don t need to resetit Once you re going about 25 mph 40h h or more you can move thecruise control switch from ON ...

Page 78: ...to go toa higher speed Here s the first 1 Use the acceleratorpedal to get to the 2 Push the button at the end of the higher speed lever then releasethe button and the acceleratorpedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Here s the secondway to go to a higher speed Move the cruise switch fromON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase you...

Page 79: ...o increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speedyou set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well yourcruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the acceleratorpedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to br...

Page 80: ...f you have a manual transaxle OR Move the cruise switch toOFF ToErase Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Headlights Turnthebandmarked g to pf to turn on Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Turnthebandmarked o to OFF to turn off the lights I ...

Page 81: ...ents certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations thatmay require special attention beforeyou operate these lamps For example somejurisdictions may require thatyou operate your lower beam lights withfog lamps at all times or that headlights beturned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers In addition mostjurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lights esp...

Page 82: ...htswill come on at reduced brightness in daylight when The ignition is on The headlight switch is off and The parking brakeis released When you turn on your headlights the DRL will switch off and the exterior lights will comeon When you turn off the headlights the exterior lights will go out andthe high beams will change to the reduced brightnessof DRL again TheDRL indicator light on the instrume ...

Page 83: ...htsto signal adriver in front of you that you want to pass To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you If Your Headlights are Off Your high beam headlights will turnon They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever there Release the lever to turn them off If Your Headlights are On Flash to Pass does not operate when your headlightsare on Use the lever to change between high and low beams I Inst...

Page 84: ... 2 Reading Light OPTION This light comes on when you open either front dooror move the dome lighl lever toD O M E You can turn on either reading lightby pressing the depression in either light s lens To Replace the Bulb Use a small flat head screwdriver under the sideof the housing to help pr it off Rear Compartment Light WAGON To turn on the rear compartment light press the button located on the ...

Page 85: ...er blades before using them If they re frozen tothe windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your bladesdo become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop then until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Intermittent Windshield Wipers OPTION If your vehicle has intermittent windshield wipers you can se...

Page 86: ...block your vision You could hitanother vehicle or go off the road Check your washer fluid level often In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwisethe washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacture instructionsfor adding wa Don t mix water with readv use washer fluid Water c cause the...

Page 87: ... s seat I CAUTioN I If you aren t used to a convex mirror you can hit another vehicle A convex mirror can make things likeother vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Adjust this mirror by hand sothat youjust see the side of your vehi...

Page 88: ... be To block out glare you can swing down adjusted with the control lever on thethevisors door so that you just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable drivingposition Visor Vanity Mirrors opTIoN Pull down the sun visor and open the cover to expose thevanity mirror ...

Page 89: ...eady it will pop back out by itself Don tholda cigarettelighter in with your handwhile it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element RearAshtray To clean the rear console mounted ashtray open it push down on the snufferand pull it out I Don t put papers and other things that bum ...

Page 90: ...smooth flowof air To Open the Sunroof Pull down on the latch release handle and then pushit forward untilthe glass panel locks into place To Remove the SunroofGlass Panel 1 With the sunroof open press up on the glass release tab located inside the latch release handle deflector will automatically pop up 2 Lift the panel up andout The air ...

Page 91: ...e panel with the slots inthe roof opening 3 Storethe glass panel inthe special storage bag inthe trunk CAllTlbN I Don t try to remove the m sunroofpanel while the whicle ismoving Trying t o remove the sunroof panelwhile the vehicle is moving could cause an accident Thepanel could a 1into the vehicle and cause you to lose control or it could fly off and strike another vehicle You or others could be...

Page 92: ...rly installed sunroof panel m a y fallinto or I fly off the vehicle You or others could be injured After installing the sunroof panel alwqscheck that it is firmly attached by pushing up on the undersideof the panel I AIf the sunroof panelis not stored properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver Peoplein the vehicle could be injured Whenever you store the sunroof pan...

Page 93: ...ats attached to the roof side rails and tiedowns Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your Chevrolet For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see theIndex under Loading Your Ehicle To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggagecarrier and cargo are still securely fastened 91 ...

Page 94: ...Features Controls P a2104 ...

Page 95: ...instrument panelare 1 Side Vents 2 Instrument Panel Intensity Control 3 Turn SignaVHeadlight Beam Lever 4 Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 5 Instrument Cluster 6 Ignition Switch 7 Windshield Wiper WasherControls 8 Interior Light Control 9 Audio System 10 Center Vents 11 Cup Holder 12 Side Vents 13 Glove Box 14 Climate Controls and Rear Window 15 Parking Brake Lever 16 Ashtray Lighter 17 Gearshift Le...

Page 96: ...ometer and Odometer Your speedometerlets you see your speed in both milesper hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Your odometershows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the U S or kilometers usedin Canada Tamper ResistantOdometer Your Chevrolet has a tamper resistant odometer Ifyou see silver lines between the numbers you ll know that someonehas probablytried to turn it b...

Page 97: ...g when the new odometer was installed TripOdometer omoN The trip odometer cantell you how far your vehicle has been driven sinceyou last set thetrip odometer to zero To set the trip odometer to zero press the knob to the rightof it Tachometer oPnoN The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm I NOTICE Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area or engine...

Page 98: ...ons Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there sa problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when oneof the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tellsyou what todo about it Please follow the manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your w...

Page 99: ...ur engineis too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pulloff the road stop your vehicle and turnoff the engine as soon as possible HOT COOLANT CANBURN YOU BADLY In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See the Index under Engine Overheating Law Coolant Warning Light 3 7L V6ENGiNE If this ...

Page 100: ... come on as a test to show you it is working but the light willgo out when you turn the ignition to Start If it doesn t comeon with the ignitionon you may have a problem withthe fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop the light may blink on and off This is normal If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal Don t keep driving...

Page 101: ...catethe normal operating range A reading in the red zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil levelor other problem causing low oil pressure Have your vehicle serviced immediately I Don t keep drivingif the oil 3pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oilas soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced L N u t IG E I...

Page 102: ... well If the warning light goes on there could be a brakeproblem Have your brake system inspected right away This light shouldcome on as you start the vehicle If it doesn tcome on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem This light will also comeon when you set your parking brake and will stayon if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stayson after your par...

Page 103: ... light still stays on orif it comes on again while you re driving your Chevroletneeds service Shiftlight MANUAL TRANSAXLE Unless the regular brake system warning brake system warning lightis also on Index under Manual Transale but not anti lock brakes If the regular shift to the next higher gear See the light is also on you will still have brakes This light comes on when you need to in this part s...

Page 104: ...s on while you are driving the computeris indicating thatyou have a problem You should take your vehicle in for service soon I02 If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while the emission controls won t work as well your fuel economywon t be as good and your enginemay not run as smoothly This could leadto costly repairs notrwered by your warranty Liftgate Ajar Light WAGON This ...

Page 105: ...y when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on whileyou are driving check your various gagesto see if they are in the warning zones This light will also come on when the fuel level is low 1 to 3 gallons 3 8 to 11 4 liters 103 ...

Page 106: ...Notes ...

Page 107: ...ehicle Comfort Controls Audio Systems Climate Control System 106 Air ConditioningSystem 107 Rear Window Defogger 109 Settingthe Clock 1 1 1 AM FM StereoRadio 112 AM FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Player 113 AM FM StereoRadio with Compact Disc Player 116 Understanding Radio Reception 121 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 121 Care of Your Compact Discs 122 Fixed Mast Antenna 122 I05 ...

Page 108: ... but directsit in two ways The cool air is directed totheupper portionof your body through the instrument panel outlets but slightly warmerair is directed through the heater ducts and defroster vents At times this temperature differencemay be more apparent than others HTR Heater This setting brings heated air through the heater ducts and some through the windshield defroster vents If you havethe o...

Page 109: ...r hasthree air conditioner settings On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the amount of work yourair conditioner s compressor will have to do which should help fuel economy A C Air Conditioning Press this button to operatethe airconditioner compressor The indicator light will glow whenthe button is pressed The air conditionercompressor operates whe...

Page 110: ...h the heater ducts At times this temperaturedifference may be more apparent than others HTR Heater Use this setting todirect most of the airflow throughthe heater ducts and somethrough the windshield defrostervents If you have the optional engineblock heater and useit during cold weather 0 F 18 C or lower your heating system will more quickly provideheat because the enginecoolant is already warmed...

Page 111: ... to the side vents close the center vents Rear Window Defogger omoN The rear window defogger usesa warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Press the abutton and an indicator light will glow The defogger willturn off automatically after about ten minutesof use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutesonly You can also turn the defogger off by pressing the butt...

Page 112: ...lso enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chanceof fogging the insideof your windows In cold weather turn the blower fan to HI for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts ...

Page 113: ...tting I adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your I 2 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly Setting the Clock No matter whichaudio system you have in your vehicle setting the clock is easy 1 With the ignition on and the radio on or off press SET The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen for five seconds 2 You must begin to set th...

Page 114: ...Press the lower knobto change between AM and FM bands F R Fade The controlringbehind the lower knob adjusts thefronthear speakerbalance TREBLE Slide this lever upto increase treble or down to decrease it If a station isweak or noisy reduce the treble BASS Slide this lever up to increase bass or down todecreaseit YSEEKk Press to seek and stopon the next station higheror lower on the radio band SCAN...

Page 115: ...preset station will be tuned in AMIFM StereoRadio with Cassette Tape Player The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency the AM or FM radio band whether the station is in stereo andother radio functions PWR VOL Power Volume With the display the time when the ignitionis off and to change sidesof the tape when a cassette is playing R b L Balance The control ring behin...

Page 116: ...M or FM band The radio will scan upward if you press S E E U first and downward if you press VSEEK first When the radio is scanning stations the word SCAN will appear on the digital screen Press eitherof the SEEK buttons or the PWR VOLknob to cancelSCAN and select a station To Preset Radio Stations The four pushbuttons under the digital display can be used to preset up to14 radio stations sevenAM ...

Page 117: ...e left arrow is lit selections listed on the top side of the cassette are playing When the right indicator arrow is lit selectionslisted on the bottom side of the cassette are playing To zhange sides of the tape press the upper control knob PROG while the cassette is playing The tape player automatically begins playingthe other side when it reaches the end of the tape Fast Forward Press the button...

Page 118: ...per knob adjusts the right left speaker balance TUNE Rotate the lower knob to tune in radio stations AM FM Press the lower knob to change betweenAM and FM bands F R Fade The controlringbehind the lower knob adjusts thefronthear speaker balance RCL Recall Press this to change between the clock and radio frequency on the display With the ignition off you can pressRCL to see the clock displayed BASS ...

Page 119: ...ns 1 Tune in the desired station L M 2 Press SET The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen for five seconds 3 While the SET indicator is displayed press oneof the five pushbuttons Whenever you press this button again the preset station will be tuned in 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for each of five AM and FM stations Compact Disc Player Many of the controls for the radio also have functions for the...

Page 120: ...umberalso will be displayed when the volume is changedor a new track starts toplay COMP Compression Pressing this button makes soft and loud passages more equal in volume Press again to resume normal play RDM Random Press toplay tracks in random rather than sequential order This feature remains activeuntil the RDM button or another CD function button is pressed REV Reverse Press and hold to rapidl...

Page 121: ... is lostfor any reason the secret code must be entered again before your audio system can be turned on To Set the Anti Theft System 1 Write down any six digit number and keep it in a safe place This is your secret code 2 Turn the ignition on 3 Rotate thePWR knob to turn the radio off 4 Press station preset buttons1 and 4 at the same timeandhold until shows on the display Younowhave only 15 seconds...

Page 122: ...e appear 5 Press the TUNE knob 000will appear on the display I20 6 Press SCAN until the fourth digitof your code appears 7 Press SEEK until the fifth and sixth digits of your code appear 8 Press theTUNE knob If the display shows the radio is unsecured and will play again If the display shows SEC the steps were not successful and the numbers did not match the secret code If you lose or forget your ...

Page 123: ...roduce stereo though some do not C Quam is a registered trademark of Motorola Inc If your Delco system can get C Quam signals yourstereo indicator light will come on when you are receivingit Care of bur Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from con...

Page 124: ...protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surfaceof a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the centerto the edge Be sure neverto touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edgesor the edge of the hole and the outer edge Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand...

Page 125: ...oadsigns 124 Defensive Driving 128 Drunken Driving 129 Control of a Vehicle 131 Braking 132 Anti Lock Brakes 134 Steering Tips 138 Steering in Emergencies 139 Passing 140 DrivingatNight 143 Driving in the Rain 145 Driving in Fog Mist and Haze 148 CityDriving 149 FreewayDriving 150 Driving a Long Distance 152 HillandMountainRoads 154 ParkingonHills 155 Winter Driving 157 TowingaTrailer 161 I23 ...

Page 126: ...es are Do Not Enter and Wrong Way YTDU Green is used toguide the driver Green signs may indicate upcoming freeway exits or show the direction you should turn to reach aparticular place RR ADVANCE NARROW NO PASSING CROSSING BRIDGE ZONE Yellow indicates a general warning Slow down and be carefbl when you see a yellow sign It may signal a railroad crossing ahead a no passing zone or some other potent...

Page 127: ...culturalinterest Shape of Road Signs The shape of the sign will tellyou something too An octagonal eight sided sign means Stop It is always red with white letters A A triangle pointed downward indicates Yield It assigns the right of way to traffic on certain approaches to an intersection A diamond shaped sign is a warning of something ahead for example a curve steep hill soft shoulder or a narrow ...

Page 128: ...r graphic symbols A picture within acircle with a diagonal line across it shows whatnot to do L Traffic1ights We re all familiarwith traffic lightsor stop lights Oftengreen arrows are being used in the lights for improved traffic control On some multilane roads green arrows light up indicating that trafficin one or more lanes canmove or make a turn Green arrows don t mean go no matter what You ll ...

Page 129: ... polite it s safer to let other drivers know what you are doing And in some places the law requiresdriver signals Turn and Lane ChangeSignals Always signal when you plan to turn or change lanes If necessary you can use hand signals out the window Left arm straight out for a left turn down for slowor about to stop and up fora right turn Slowing Down If time allows tap the brake pedal onceor twice i...

Page 130: ...opping center parking lot where there are well marked lanes directional arrows and designated parking areas expect some drivers to ignoreall these markings and dash straight toward one part of the lot Pedestrians can be careless Watch for them In general you must give way to pedestrians even if you know you have the right of way Rear end collisionsare about the most preventable of accidents Yet th...

Page 131: ...han many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Content BAC of someonewho is drinking depends upon four things How much alcoholis in the drink The drinker s body weight The amount of food thatis consumed before and duringdrinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According tothe...

Page 132: ...s of many I people are impaired ata BAC approaching0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above0 05 percent Statistics show that thechance of being in an accident increases sharply for drivers who have a BACof 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent three beers in one hour for a 180 poundor 82 kg person has doubledhis or ...

Page 133: ...dy seen that the chance of a crash itself is higher for drinking drivers CAUTION I Drinking and thendriving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions and judgment will be affected by even a small amountof alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has beendrinking Ride homein a cab orif you re with a ...

Page 134: ...ould be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly withthe surface of the road whetherit s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and the condition of your brakes Most drivers treat their brakes with care Some however overwork the braking system withpoor dri...

Page 135: ...entmuch sooner than normal and it also reduces fuel economy If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic followingdistances you will eliminatea lot of unnecessary braking That means better brakingand longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally butdon t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still h...

Page 136: ...our footoff the brake pedal After anABS stop you may hear a clicking noisethe next time the vehicle goes about4 mph 6 km h If there s a problemwith the anti lock brake system the anti lock brake system warning light will stay onor flash See the Index underAnti Lock Brake System Warning Light Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animaljumps out in f...

Page 137: ... brakes Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti lock work for you Youmay hear a clicking noise as you accelerate after a hard stop DiscBrake Wearindicators Your Chevrolet has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake padshave built in wear indicators that makea high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new padsare needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the t...

Page 138: ...s don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected Also therear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing Whenyou have the front brakesreplaced have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings shouldalways be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See yourdealer if ...

Page 139: ...y If your brake pedal goes down farther thannormal your rear drum brakes may need adjustment Adjust themby backing up andfirmly applying the brakesa few times Braking In Emergencies Use your anti lock braking system when you need to With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Power Steering If you lose power...

Page 140: ... re steering througha sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places wherethe tires meet the road and make you lose control What shouldyou do if this ever happens Letup on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slowdown Speed limit signs near curves warn lhat you should adjust yourspeed Of cours...

Page 141: ...y and just as quickly straightenthe wheel once you have avoided the object You must then be prepared to steer back to your original lane and then braketo a controlled stop Depending on your speed this can be rather violent for an unprepared driver This is one of the reasonsdriving experts recommend thatyou use your safety belts and keep both hands onthe steering wheel The fact that such emergencys...

Page 142: ... vehicle on a two lane highwayis a potentially dangerous move sincethe passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a briefsurrender to frustrationor anger can suddenly putthe passing driver face to face withthe worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are sometips for passing Drive ahead Look down thero...

Page 143: ...down anddrop back again and waitfor another opportunity slow vehicle wait yourturn But take care that someoneisn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder andstart your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass Whenyou are far enough aheadof the ...

Page 144: ...eering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip andlose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttlecauses the driving wheels to spin A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot offthe acceleratorpedal If your vehicle starts to slide as when you turn a corner on a wet snow or ice covered road ease your foot of...

Page 145: ...ngerousthan day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on nightdriving Drive defensively Remember this is the mostdangeroustime Don t drink and drive Seethe index under Drunken Driving for more on this problem Adjust your inside rearviewmirror to reduce the glare from headlights behind you Si...

Page 146: ...or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as froma driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlights slow downa little Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights If there is a line of opposing traffic make occasional glances over the line of headlights to make certain that one of the vehicles isn t ...

Page 147: ...ck out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlights shouldbe checked regularly forproper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Drivingin the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet roadyou can t stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire to road traction isn tas ...

Page 148: ...ndshield or when strips of rubber start to separate fromthe inserts I Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going throughsome car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Tryto avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Wet brakes can cause accidents Theywon t work werl in a quick stopand may cause pulling to one side You could lose con...

Page 149: ... trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds Therejust isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down whenit is raining and becareful Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your headlights not just your parking lights to help make you more visible toothers Lo...

Page 150: ...s called mistor ground fog can happen in weather that seemsperfect especially at nightor in theearly morning in valley and low marshy areas You can be suddenly enveloped in thick wet haze that may even coat your windshield You can often spot these fog patchesor mist layers with your headlights But sometimes they can be waiting foryou as you come over a hillor dip into a shallow valley Start your w...

Page 151: ...increaseyour safety in city driving Know the best way to get to where you are going Try not to drive around trying to pick out a familiar street or landmark Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust asyou would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways thatrim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy Seethe next section Freeway Driving Treat ...

Page 152: ... is heavy find a gapas you move along the entering lane and time your approach Try to merge into the gap atclose to the prevailing speed Switchon your turn signal check your rearview mirrors as you move along and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Driving on fhe Freeway Once you are on the freeway adjust your speedto the posted limitor to th...

Page 153: ...erationlane Ideally it should be long enoughfor you to enter it at freeway speed after signaling of course and then do your braking before movingonto the exit ramp Unfortunately notall deceleration lanes are long enough some are too short for all the braking Decide when to start braking If you must brake on the through lane and if there is traffic close behind you you can allow alittle extra time ...

Page 154: ...rtable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready fora long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before startingout Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it I before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is t...

Page 155: ...e is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rushof the wind againstthe vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If itdoes your vehiclecan leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that itcan happen ...

Page 156: ...r braking or even none going down ahill You could crash Shift down to let your engineassist your brakes on a steep downhill slope Coastingdownhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes willhave to do a l l the work of slowingdown They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You could crash Always have your enginerunning and your vehicle in gear when yougo downhill Kn...

Page 157: ...Hills Hills and mountains meanspectacular scenery Butplease be carefulwhere you stop if you decide to look at the view or take pictures Look for pull offsor parking areas provided for scenic viewing Another part of this manual tells how to use your parking brake seethe Index under Parking Brake But on a mountain or steephill you can do one more thing You can turn your front wheels to keep your veh...

Page 158: ... sideof your vehicle If you re going uphill ona one way street and you re parkingon the left side your wheels should point to the right If there is no curb when you re parking uphill turn the wheels to the right If there is no curb when you re parking uphill on the left side of a one way street your wheels should be turned to the left ...

Page 159: ... so you can pull the shift lever out of P Park Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving Have your Chevrolet in good shape for winter Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct Snow tires can help in loose snow but they may give you less traction on ice than regular tires If you do not expect to be driving in deep snow but may have to travel overice you may not want to switch to snowtir...

Page 160: ...te gently Try not to break the fragiletraction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes inlprove your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See theIndex under Anti Lock Bruke System Allow g...

Page 161: ...hing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourselfor tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keepwarm but be careful I A a C L Snow can trap exhaust gases L under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcomeyou and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know...

Page 162: ...naling later on with your headlights Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engineoff and close the window almost all the way to preserve theheat Startthe engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it aslittle as possible Preserve the fuelas long asyou can To help keepwarm you can get outof the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every...

Page 163: ...Towinga nailer Your Cavalier is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer ...

Page 164: ...Notes 162 ...

Page 165: ...wing Your Chevrolet 169 Engine Overheating 174 If a Tire Goes Flat 184 ComDact Spare Tire 191 Jumpstarting 1 6 4 ChangingaFlatTire 184 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 192 H e r e you ll find what to do about some problemsthat can occur on the road I63 ...

Page 166: ...ing flashers work no matter what position yourkey is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers move the switch to the left When the hazard warning flashersare on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up atthe side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starling If your battery has rundown you may want ...

Page 167: ... could result in costly damageto your vehicle that wouldn tbeweredby your warranty Trying to st yourChevrolet by pushing or pulling it could damage your vehicle even if you have a manual transaxle And if you ha an automatictransaxle it won t start that way To Jump Start Your Chevrolet 1 Check theother vehicle It must have a 12 voltbattery with a negative ground system If the other system isn t a 1...

Page 168: ...e parking brake firmly on each vehicle Put an automatic transaxle inP Park oramanual transaxle inN Neutral 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lights that aren t needed and radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio If you leave your radioon it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be coveredby you warranty 4 Open the hoods and l...

Page 169: ... contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get itin your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that thejumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could geta shock The vehicles could bedamaged too Before you connect the cables here are some thingsyou should know Positive will go to positive and...

Page 170: ...Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to aheavy unpainted metal parton the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electricalconnection isjust as good there butthe chance of sparks getting ...

Page 171: ... lamps aero skirting or special tires and wheels these instructions and illustrations may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle can only be towed with certain equipment as described later in this section drive vehicle lever damaged That your vehicle has front wheel The make model and yearof your Whether you...

Page 172: ...le s steering column lockfor this The transaxle should bein Neutral and the parking brake released Don t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels unlessyou must If the vehicle must be towed on thefrontwheels don t go more than 35 mph 56 km h or farther than 50 miles 80km or your transaxle will be damaged If these limits must be exceeded thenthe front wheels have to be supported on a dolly p AU ...

Page 173: ...g type equipment or fascia damage will occur Use wheellift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps I D m I When using wheel lift equipmen1 towing over rough surfaces can damage a vehicle To help avoid this install a towing dolly beneath the wheels that would otherwise be on the ground during the tow This will increase...

Page 174: ...eHook Up Before hooking up to a tow truck be sure to read allthe information in Towing Your Chevrolet earlier in this section Also besure to usethe proper hook up for yourparticular vehicle All Models 1 Attach T hook chainson both sides in the slotted holesin the bottom of the frame railjust ahead of the rear wheels 2 Position lower slingcrossbar directly under the rear bumper ...

Page 175: ...ehicle To help avoid this install a towing dolly beneath the wheels that would otherwise be on the groundduring the tow This will increase clearance between the wheel lift equipment and the underbody of the towed vehicle I 3 Attach a separate safety chain to each side of the axle inboardof the spring ...

Page 176: ...eam coming fromit Just turn it off and get everyone away fromthe vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolantbefore opening the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badlyburned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engineis cool If No S t e m is Coming from Your...

Page 177: ...f you still have the warning TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OUT OF THE VEHICLE until it cools down Youmay decide not tolift the hood but to get service help right away If you have a 2 2L L4 engine your engine coolant systemwill have a coolant recovery tank If you have a 3 1 L V6 engine your engine coolant system will have a coolant surgetank There are important differences between these two ...

Page 178: ...ant That could cause an enginefire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Engine damage from running your enginewithout coolant isn t covered by your warranty I Cooling System 3 1L V6 Engine When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant surgetank with pressurecap B Electric engine fan An electric fan under the hood L can start up even ...

Page 179: ... very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire andyou could be burned Get any leakfixed before you drive the vehicle Both Engines If there seems to be no leak check to see if the electric engine fan is running If the engine is overheating thefan should be running Ifit isn...

Page 180: ...L L4 Engirze at the Radiator or How toAdd Coolant to the 3 1L V4 Engine ut the Coolant Surge Tank later in this section AAdding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper cool an mix With plain wateror the wrong mix your enginecould get...

Page 181: ... engine You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it I ASteam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator or coolant surgetank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system includingthe...

Page 182: ...cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressurecap slowly to the left until it first stops Don t press down while turningthe pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for thatto stop A hiss means there is stillsome pressure left 2 Then keepturningthepressurecap 3 Fill the radiatorwith the propermix butnowpushdown as you turn it upto the base of thefillerneck Remove the pressure cap 180 ...

Page 183: ... cap off 6 Start the engine and letit run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for theengine fan 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add moreof the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the baseof the filler neck I81 ...

Page 184: ...ant surge tank pressurecap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowlyto the left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressurecap If you hear a hiss wait for thatto stop A hiss meansthere is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn i...

Page 185: ...you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower Ifthe level is lower add moreof the proper mix to the coolant surgetank until the level reaches FULL COLD 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this I83 ...

Page 186: ...ainlane position then gently braketo a stop well out of the traffic lane I84 A rear blowout particularly ona curve acts much likea skid and may require the same correctionyou d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the acceleratorpedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go Itmay be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently braketo ...

Page 187: ...y 2 Put the shift lever inP Park 3 Shift a manual transaxle to 1 First or R Reverse I 4 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put chocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle atthe opposite end The following steps will tell you how to use thejack and changea tire The eq...

Page 188: ...g instructions label on the underside of the tire cover 3 If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire housing lid hook pull the front of the lid up and hook it to the rear upper edgeof the trunk 4 Remove the wing bolt securing the compact spare tire spacer and wheel wrench by turning it counterclockwise Then lift off the spacer and remove the spare tire 5 Remove the bolt securing thejack by turn...

Page 189: ...k head a few inches 7 Using the wheel wrench remove the plastic cap nuts and loosen all the wheel nuts Don t removethe wheel nuts yet For 2 24 Models On 2 24 models a cover plate mustbe removed to findthe wheel nuts Remove the cover plate usingthe flat endof a wheel wrench I87 ...

Page 190: ...fit thejack lift head intothe proper location before raising your vehicle Getting under a vehicle when it isjacked up is dangerous If I I I NOTICE the vehicie slipsoff thejack you I could be badly injured or killed Never getunder a vehicle when it is supported onlyby a jack I88 9 Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough...

Page 191: ...r towel to dothis but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get allthe rust or dirt off 11 Remove anyrust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfacesor spare wheel mounting surface 12 Place the spare on the wheel CAUTION 13 Replace the wheel nuts withthe rounded endof the nuts towardthe wheel Tighten eachnut by hand until the wheel is held againstthe hub ANever use oil ...

Page 192: ...a criss cross sequence as shown I Incorrect wheel nutsor 1 L improperlytightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose andeven come off This could lead to an accident Be sure touse the correct wheelnuts If you have to replace them be sure to get the right kind Stop somewhereas soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100pound feet 140 Nom ...

Page 193: ...for temporary use only Replacethe compact spare tire with a full sizetire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire next in this section CompactSpare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 Wa The compact spare is made to go up to 3 000 miles 5000 km so you can finish yo...

Page 194: ...your spare and its wheel together I92 Tire spare chains Using won t t h e m fit your compact your vehicle and destroy thechains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare lf You re Stuck In Sand Mud lce or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution ...

Page 195: ...hile shifting your transa back and forth you can destroy your transaxle Rocking Your Vehicleto Get it Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between R Reverse anda forward gear or with a manual transaxle between 1 First or 2 Second gear and R Reverse spinning the wheels as littleas possible Releasethe accelerato...

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Page 197: ...e 196 Fuel 197 HoodRelease 201 EngineOil 205 Aircleaner 209 Transaxle Fluid 211 Engine Coolant 216 Power Steering Fluid 219 Windshield Washer Fluid 220 Brakes 221 Battery 223 BulbReplacement 224 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 227 Loading Your Vehicle 227 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 246 Add on Electrical Equipment 247 Fuses Circuit Breakers 247 Capacities Specifications 250 Fluids Lubrica...

Page 198: ... how to service your Chevrolet than this manualcan To order the proper servicemanual see the Index under Service Publications You should keep a record with all parts receipts andlist the mileage andthe date of any servicework you perfom See the Index under Maintenance Record A You can be injured i fyou try vemcle without knowing enough aboutit Be s u e you have sufficient I to do servicework on a ...

Page 199: ...n the pump And only unleaded nozzles willfit into your vehicle sfiller neck Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can damageyour engine If you re using fuel rated at87 octane or higher andyou still hear heavy knocking yourengine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise wh...

Page 200: ...amage wouldn tbe covered under your warranty And even at 5 or less there must be cosolvents and corrosion preventersin th he1 to lp avoid these problems Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with detergent additives willhelp prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly It s good for your ...

Page 201: ...r Canada unleaded fuel may be hard to find Do not use leaded gasoline If you use even one tankful your emission controls won t work well or at all With continuous use spark plugs can get fouled the exhaust system can corrode and your engineoil can deteriorate quickly Your vehicle s oxygen sensor will be damaged Allof that means costly repairs that wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on f...

Page 202: ... take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise 2 0 0 rhile refueling hangthe cap inside the le1door If you getgasoline on you and then something ignitesit you could be badlyburned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Openthe fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any...

Page 203: ...lowing sections tell you how to check fluids lubricants and important parts underhood Hood Release To open the hood first pull the HOOD handle inside the vehicle Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release 20I ...

Page 204: ...it a Things that burn can get on L hot engine parts andstart a me These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer andother fluids and plasticor rubber You or others could beburned Be careful not todrop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine lefore closing thehood be sure all the iller capsare on properly Then lift the ood to relieve pressureon the hood rop R...

Page 205: ...ank 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 5 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir 6 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 Battery 8 Air Cleaner 9 Engine Oil Dipstick IO Engine Oil Fill Cap 11 Radiator Pressure Cap if equipped if equipped 203 ...

Page 206: ...1 Coolant SurgeTank 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic TransaxleFluid Dipstick 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 5 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir 6 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 Battery 8 Air Cleaner 9 Engine Oil FillCap 10 Engine Oil Dipstick if equipped if equipped rn 204 ...

Page 207: ...vel ground Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and cleanit with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip lower 2 2L L4 Checking Engine Oil 3 1L V6 Checking Engine Oil 205 I ...

Page 208: ... prope operating range yourengine could be damaged i Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through 2 2L L4 Adding Engine Oil i 3 1L V6 Adding EngineOil WhatKind of Oil to Use I Look for Three Things SG SG must be on the oil container either by itself or combined with other quality designations such as SG CC SG...

Page 209: ...onserving II Oils with these wordson the container will help you savefuel This doughnut shaped logo symbol is used on most oil containers to helpyou select the correct oil You should look for this on the oil container and useonly those oils that display the logo GM Goodwrench Oil in Canada GM Engine Oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil...

Page 210: ...of them is true change the oil every 7 500 miles 12500 km or 12 months whichever comes first Change the filter at the first oil change and at every other oil change afterthat 208 Engine Block Heater An engine block heater can be a big help if you have to parkoutside in very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder If your vehicle has thisoption see the i n d e xunder Engine Block Heater WhattoDo with UsedO...

Page 211: ...aner Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See theIndex under Scheduled Maintenance Services A Opemting the engine with the 1 air cleaneroff can cause you nr others to be burned The air m e r not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be candid work...

Page 212: ...e filter remove the two wing nuts and lift the cover 210 3 1L V6 Except 2 24 Air Filter Replacement To check or replace the filter remove the threewing nuts and lift the cover 3 1L V6 2 24 Air Filter Replacement To check or replace the filter unclip the three clips andremove the cover ...

Page 213: ...ck Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle Too much can mean that someof the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate readingif you check your transaxlefluid Wait at least30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level ifyou have been driving When outside temperaturesare above At high speedfor quite a while In heavy traffic es...

Page 214: ...sition the shift lever in P Park Then Without ShuttingO f fthe Engine Follow These Steps 1 Pull outthe dipstick and wipe it with a clean ragor paper towel 2 Push it backin all theway wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sidesof the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatchedarea 4 If the fluid levelis where it should be pushthe dipstick...

Page 215: ...N IIE because fluids with that label are made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON IIEis not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described underHow to Check When the correct fluid levelis obtained push the dipstick back in all the way 2 2L L 4 Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid 3 1L V6 Adding Automatic Transax...

Page 216: ...age your transaxle Too much can mean that someof the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts startinga fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid The manual transaxle dipstick is located on the driver s side near the rear of the transaxle case Check the fluid level onlywhen your engine isoff the vehicle is parked on a level place andthe transaxle is cool en...

Page 217: ...he Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of fluid to use See the Index under Fluids Lubricants Remove the dipstick Add fluid at the dipstick hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to theFULL mark on the dipstick Push the dipstick back in all the way Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch in your vehicle is self adjusting When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Sc...

Page 218: ...orrosion Help keep the proper engine Let the warning lights workas they 34 F 37 C 128 C temperature should What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GM Specification 1825 M which won t damage aluminum parts You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825 M with a complete coolant flush and refill If you use thi...

Page 219: ...gine could get too hot butyou wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50150 mix of clean water anda proper antifreeze AddingCoolant 2 21 L4 Engine To Check Coolant When your engineis cold the coolant level should be atFULL COLD or a little higher When your engineis warm the level should be up tomJLL HOT or a little higher To Add Coolan...

Page 220: ... it will burhif the engine parts arehotenough Don tspillcoolant II on a hot eniine I 31 II To Check Coolant When your engineis cold the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher To Add Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper mix at the coolantsurge tank 1 I Turning the coolant surge tank d L pressurecapwhentheengine and the radiator are hot c ln allow steam and scalding liqui...

Page 221: ...controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stopsthe flow of coolant throughthe radiator untilthe coolant reachesa preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an AC thermostat is recommended Power SteeringFluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid Unscrew the cap and wipethe dipstick with a clean rag Replacethe cap and completely tightenit Then remove the cap again ...

Page 222: ...beled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the bottle is full When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to l15ewasher fluid Water can use the solution to freeze and tmage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean s well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluidtank on14 4 full ...

Page 223: ...em fixed since a leak meansthat sooner or later your brakeswon t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good ideato top off your brakefluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll havetoo much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system I AIf...

Page 224: ...ample just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake systemcan damagebrake system partsso badly that they ll haveto be replaced Brakefluidcandamage nt so be careful not to spill brae fluid on your vehicle Replacing BrakeSystemparfs The braking system ona modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have reall...

Page 225: ... new battery we recommenda Delco Freedom battery Getone that has the catalog number shown on the original battery s label Jump Starting For jump starting instructions see the Index under Jump Starting VehicleStorage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more takeoff the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down I I A Batteries havea...

Page 226: ... Halogen bulbs have bLl3tif you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Take special care when handling and disposingof halogen bulbs L pressurizedgas inside andcan 3 1 Turn the lock ring clockwise until the flanges align with the slots inthe housing Then pull the ring back from the housing from the housing 224 ...

Page 227: ...cement Bulbs 4 Door Models 1 Ifyour vehicle has anchors at the back of the trunk remove them and pull thecarpet away from the rearof the trunk Next remove the four wing nuts 2 Door Models 1 Pull the carpet back from the comer and remove the plastic wing nuts If you have theoptional convenience net first unhook the net from the retainer and remove the retainer knob Both 4 Door and 2 Door Models 2 F...

Page 228: ...nterclockwise to removeit 4 To remove the bulb push in and rotate it counterclockwise 5 Reverse allsteps to reassemble the taillight housing 226 Wagon 1 Open the liftgate 2 Remove the two Torx screws 3 Pull back gently on the taillight housing 4 Press the bulb housing tab rotate the housing counterclockwisef 6 turn and remove it ...

Page 229: ...ding ur Vehicle Two labelson your vehicleshow how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label foundon the rear edgeof the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important information about the number of peoplethat can be in your vehicle and the total weight thatyou can carry T...

Page 230: ...runk or rear area 128 Do not load your vehicle any L b heavierthan the GVWR or the maximum front and rearGAWRs If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control Also overloading can shortenthe life of your vehicle Your warranty does not cover part or componentsthatfail beca ol overloading If you put things inside your vehi...

Page 231: ... manufacturer These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with everynew Chevrolet If your sparetire is a different brand than your roadtires you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers II CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous 1 Overloading your tires can cause overheatingas a result of too much frictio...

Page 232: ...ire overloading Bad weLA Bad handling Bad fuel economy ition If your tires have too muchair overinflation you can get Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compactspare tire It should be at60 psi 420 kpa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure Simply looking at the...

Page 233: ...rustor dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can usea cloth or a paper towel to dothis but be sure to usea scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirtoff See theIndex under Changinga Flat Tire Whenlt s TimeforNew Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires...

Page 234: ...r replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires Mixing tires could cau se you dto lose controlwhile driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehiclemay not handle properly and you could have a crash Be sureto use ...

Page 235: ... government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to thistire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests anddoes not include cornering turning traction Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance tothe generation of heat and its ability to dissipat...

Page 236: ...ire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you notice unusual tire wearor your vehicle pulling oneway or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted ...

Page 237: ...lts and wheel nuts for replacement z T W wrong wheel canalso cause problems with bearing life bra cooling speedometedodometer calibration headlight aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance andtire or tire chainclearance the body adchassis UsedReplacement Wheels Putting a used wheel on your 4vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it sbeen used or how many miles it s been driven It could fail sud...

Page 238: ...umes in a closed space When you use anything in a container to clean your Chevrolet be sure to followthe instructions And always open yourdoors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Carbon Tetrachloride Turpentine I Benzene Naphtha Paint Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehic...

Page 239: ...al spots and stains very well Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stainsas soon asyou can before they set Use a clean clothor sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn Use solvent type cleaners in a well ventilated area only If youuse them don t saturate the stainedarea clean the entire area immediatel...

Page 240: ...th anair hose a hair dryeror a heat lamp IBe careful with a hair dryeror heat lamp You could scorchthe fabric I Wipe with a clean cloth Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric First see if you have to use solvent type cleaner at all Some spots and stains will clean off better withjust water and mild soap If you need to use it then Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material witha clean dull knif...

Page 241: ...rlier in this section asphalt will stain ifleft on a vehicle seat fabric They shouldbe removed as soon as possible Be careful because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to bleed Non Greasy Stains Like catsup coffee black egg fruit fruitjuice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and blood Carefully scrape off excess stain then spongethe soiled area with cool water If a stainremains foll...

Page 242: ... the instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrument panel Sprays containing siliconesor waxes may cause annoying reflectionsin the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Careof Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye s ty severely weakenthem h a crash they might not be able t ...

Page 243: ...e of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other materialmay be on the blade or windshield Clean the outsideof the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Clean the bladeby wiping vigo...

Page 244: ...VL and RS MODELS Cleaning with abrush a soft terry cloth or a commercialcar wash is recommended for normal dirt Never use a wire brushor abrasives Avoid applying wax or polish tothe textured surface bumper covers To remove wax a commercially available wax solvent should be used Tar and Oil Remover GM Part No 1050172 is also recommended It s also recommended for cleaning difficult soils like road t...

Page 245: ... finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks AluminumWheels Your aluminum wheels have a protectivt coating similar to the painted surfaceof your Chevrolet Don t use strongsoaps chemicals chrome polish or other abrasive cleaners on them becauseyou could damage this coating Afterrinsing thoroughly awax may be applied I NUTICE m If you havealuminum wheels don t use an automaticvehicle wash that h...

Page 246: ...ed and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection breign Material Calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys andother foreign matter can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on pa...

Page 247: ...orrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areasof the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can createa chemical fallout A...

Page 248: ...es of title and registration Engine ldentification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code for your GM engine This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts in this section Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this labelon your spare tire cover or on the inside of your trunklid It s very helpfbl if you ever need to order parts On this label ...

Page 249: ...in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems The fuse panel is located under the lower left side of the instrument panel To identih and check fuses refer to the Fuse Usage chart X5027 Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If...

Page 250: ... Gauges Audible Warning System Cluster Telltales TCC Rear Defogger Relay Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock Multiport Fuel Injection Park and Turn Lamps Heater and A C Power Daytime Running Lights Canada Anti Lock Brakes Windshield Wipers Fuel Pump Radio Memory Digital Clock Interior Lights Horn Power Locks Audible Warning System Remote Liftgate Release Check Oil Light Power Window Breaker Cruise Con...

Page 251: ...ther and remove Windsheld W i p e r s The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker anda fuse If the motor overheatsdue to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories When the cu...

Page 252: ...il may be needed Automatic Transaxle PanRemovalandReplacement 4 0 quarts AfterCompleteOverhaul 6 9 quarts When drainingor replacing torque converter morefluid may be needed Manual Transaxle 5 Speed Cooling System CompleteDrainandRefill 2 0 quarts 2 2LL4 11 7quarts 3 1 L V 6 14 2quarts 3 80 L 3 80L 6 60 L 1 90L 11 1L 13 5L 250 ...

Page 253: ...perrefrigerant is used I f you re not sure ask your Chmrolet dealer Fuel Tank 15 2 gallons Power Steering PumpOnly 1 OO pint CompleteSystem 2 25 pints 57 5 L 0 50L 1 25L Tire Pressures Sizes See Tire Loading Information labelon driver s door WheelNutTorque 100pound feet 140 Nem NOTE All capacitiesare approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual 25I...

Page 254: ...EngineLubrication GM Engine Oil Supplement See your dealer for advice E O S Engine Oil Hood Trunk and Door Hinges Power Steering Fluid Power SteeringSystem WindshieldWasherSolvent WindshieldWasherFluid Dielectric Silicone Grease Weatherstrips Spray A Squeak Silicone Lubricant General Purpose Silicone Lubricant Weatherstrips 1052753 1052497 SIZE 1 gal 14 02 1052535 16 oz 1051855 32 02 12345881 1 ga...

Page 255: ...tal Mount Outside Halogen Headlights High LowBeam Front Side Marker Lights Rear Side Marker Lights Stop Tail Turn Signal Lights Coupe Stop TurnSignal Lights Sedan Taillights Sedan Trunk Light Coupe Sedan Wagon Rear Compartment Light Wagon Rear Side Marker Lights BULB 1156 2357NA 1141 1156 577 9004 194 24 2057 2057 194 912 105 561 194 253 a ...

Page 256: ...ome Reading Lights WagonRear Compartmentand Base Front Rear Heater A C Control Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Brake O i l T u r n Signals TailgateAjar Charge Malfunction Indicator Fasten Safety Belts Temp PRNDL GloveBox I A254 BULB 562 168 194 74 194 194 168 37 74 194 ...

Page 257: ...Specifications 2 2L L4 3 1L V6 VINEngineCode 4 T Type L4 V6 Displacement 2 2 Liters 3 1 Liters Compression Ratio 8 85 1 8 80 1 Firing Order 1 3 4 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 Thermostat Temperature 192 F 89 C 195 F 91 C 255 ...

Page 258: ...L4 AC Type A 1172C 3 1L V6 AC Type A 1098C 2 24 AC TypeA 925C Engine Oil Filter 2 2L L4 AC TypePF 47 3 1L V6 AC Type PF 51 2 2L L4 AC Type CV 9OOC 3 1LV6 AC TypeCV 892C 2 2L L4 AC Type eR44LTSMA 3 1LV6 AC TypeeR44LTSM PCV Valve Spark Plugs Gap 1 14 mm 0 045 inch Gap 1 14 mm 0 045inch 256 ...

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Page 261: ...le warranties See your Chevrolet dealer for details Introduction A Word About Maintenance 260 YourVehicleand the Environment 260 How This Part is Organized 261 Using Your Maintenance Schedules 262 Selecting the Right Schedule 262 Schedule1 264 Schedule11 266 Explanationof Scheduled Maintenance Services 268 AtEachFuelFill 271 AtLeastOnceaMonth 271 At Least Twice a Year 272 At Least Once a Year 272 ...

Page 262: ... this part and notehow you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your Chevrolet dealer the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done Your dealer can be relied upon to use proper parts and practices 260 Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also h...

Page 263: ...w to get them in this manual See the Index under Service Publications Section B Owner Checks Services tellsyou what should be checked whenever you stop for fuel It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Section C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Chevrolet dealer s service department or another qualifiedservice cente...

Page 264: ...nd supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts These schedules are for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on your vehicle s Tire Loading Information label See theIndex under Loading Your Ehicle limits Fuel are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving use the recommended unleaded fuel See the Index u...

Page 265: ... when outside temperatures are below freezing The engine is at low speed most of the time asin door to door delivery or in stop and go traffic You operate your vehiclein dusty areas If any one or more of these is true for yourdriving follow Schedule I Schedule I1 Follow Schedule I1only if none of the above conditions is true 253 ...

Page 266: ...as determined that thefailure topelform this maintenance item will not nullifi the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion o f vehicle use life General Motors however urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record I I TO BE SERVICED ITEM NO See Explanation o f Schedu...

Page 267: ...up to 48 OOO miles 80OOO km are to be performed after 48 OOOmiles at the same intervals MILES 000 KILOMETERS 0001 3 1 6 1 9 1 1 2 1 1 5 1 1 8 1 2 11 2 4 1 2 7 1 3 0 1 3 3 1 3 6 1 3 9 1 4 2 1 4 5 1 4 8 l l l l l I l l 1 I I I I I I I I 265 ...

Page 268: ...aintenance services be pei ormed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record TO BE SERVICED SeeExplanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services followingSchedulesI andI I WHEN TO PERFORM Miles kilometers or Months whichever occursfirst I 2 I Chassis Lubrication I Every 7 500Miles 12500 km or 12 Months I 4 I Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection I Every ...

Page 269: ... this schedule up to 45 000 miles 75 OOO km are to be performed after45 000 miles at the same intervals IMILES 000 I 1 7 5 1 15 22 5 30 37 5 45 I KILOMETERS 000 12 5 I 25 I 37 5 I 50 62 5 I 75 I I I I I I 0 I I I I I I I 267 ...

Page 270: ... SAE 10W 30 see theIndex under Engine Oil Chassis Lubrication Lubricate the transaxleshift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage Lubricate the front and rear suspension and steering linkage Emission Control Service these All parts should be replaced and a l l necessary repairs done before youor anyoneelse drives the vehicle Note To determine your engine s displace...

Page 271: ...nsaxle Service For manual transaxles fluid doesn t require changing For automatic transaxles change both the fluid and filter every 15 000miles 25 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven underone or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi policecar ordelivery regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher service...

Page 272: ...embly for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck imprint or any damage Replace parts as needed Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not required AnEmission Control Service 2 The US Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the fuilure tope orm this maintenance item will not nullijE the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of v...

Page 273: ...ine oil level and add theproper oil if necessary See the Index under Engine Oil for further details Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level in the coolant recovery tank or surge tank and add the proper coolant mix if necessary See the Index under Coolant for further details Windshield Washer Check the windshield washerfluid level in the windshield washertank and add the proper fluid Fl...

Page 274: ...door consoledoor and any folding seat hardware SectionD tells you what to use L 272 I CAUTION 1 Beforeyou start be sureyou have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply boththe parking brake seethe Index under Parking Brake if necessary andthe NOTE Do not usethe acceleratorpedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transaxle vehicles try to start the eng...

Page 275: ...ey to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift leverout of P Park with normaleffort If the shift lever moves out of P Park your vehicle s BTSI needsservice While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the key to Luck in each shift lever position With an automatictransaxle the key should turn to Lock only when the shift lever is...

Page 276: ... Thould the vehicle begin to Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facingdownhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake With the engine running and the transaxlein N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check theP Park mechanism s holdingability Shift ...

Page 277: ... holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build upin the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See the Index under Engine Exhaust Inspect thethrottle linkage for interferenceor binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspe...

Page 278: ... determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine see theIndex under Engine Oil A 50 50 mixture of water preferably distilled and good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze GM Part No 1052753 or equivalent conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M Delco Supremel l Brake Fluid GMPart No 1052535 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid...

Page 279: ...s lubricant meeting requirementsof NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB or GMPart Linkage No 1052497 or equivalent Automatic Transaxle Engine oil Shift Linkage Clutch Linkage Pivot Engine oil Points Chassis Lubrication Chassis lubricant meetingrequirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB WindshieldWasherGM Optikleen WasherSolvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Solvent or GM Part No 1052497or e...

Page 280: ...Wagon Tailgatt Hinge Rear Folding Seat Weatherstrips FWID LUBRICANT a Engine oil b Chassislubricant meeting requirementsof NLGI Grade2 Category LB or GC LB or GM Part No 1052497or equivalent Engine oilor Lubriplate Lubricant GMPart No 1050109 Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579or equivalent lee the Index under Replacement Parts for recommended replacement filters valves and spark plugs ...

Page 281: ...ter reading and who performed the service in the maintenance performed Also you should retain all columns indicated When completing the Maintenance maintenance receipts Your owner information portfoliois a Performed column insert the numbers from the Schedule convenient place to store them DATE ODOMETER READING I SERVICED BY I MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 279 ...

Page 282: ...Maintenance Schedule Section E MaintenanceRecord Cont DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICEDBY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 280 ...

Page 283: ...in servicepublications and howto report any safety defects Customer Assistance Information Customer SatisfactionProcedure 282 BBB MediatiodArbitration Program 284 Reporting Safety Defects 286 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 287 Service Publications 288 Customer Assistance for theHearing or Speech Impaired 283 ...

Page 284: ...ter contacting a member of Dealership Management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership withoutfurther help contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Centerby calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French In Mexico call 525 254 3777 In Puerto Ricoor U S Virgin Islands call ...

Page 285: ...nd in the warranty booklet When contacting Chevrolet please remember that your concernwill likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealership s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you follow StepOne first if you have a concern Customer Assistance For the Hearing or Speech lmpaired 0 To assist owners whohave hearing difficulties Chevrolet has installed special TDD Telec...

Page 286: ...er you may file a claim at any time by contacting your local Better Business Bureau BBB at the following toll free number 1 800 955 5100 For further information about filing aclaim you may also write to BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 In order to file aclaim you will have to provide your name andaddress the vehicle identification ...

Page 287: ...withBBB AUTO LINE unless state law provides otherwise Whatever your preferencemay be remember thatif you are unhappy with the resultsof BBB AUTO LINE you can still goto court because an arbitrator s decision is bindingon GM but not on you unless you accept it Eligibility is limitedby vehicle age mileage and other factors For further information concerning the program call the BBB at 1 800 955 5100...

Page 288: ...or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtainother information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline 286 Repofling Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live inCanada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited Youmay writ...

Page 289: ... services are available Towing Locksmith Tire repair Glass replacement Rental car or t a x i Additional services as necessary In Canada please consultyour GM dealer regarding availabilityo f Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEVUSA 1 800 243 8872 The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service When roadside services are required our advisors will expl...

Page 290: ...ut Chevrolet products Chevrolet monitors product performance in the field We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better Now you can get these bulletins too Bulletins cover various subjects Some pertain to the proper use and care of your vehicle Some describe costly repairs Others describe inexpensive repairs which if doneon time with the latest parts may avoid future costly repairs S...

Page 291: ...ationsoyou can buy the specificPSP s you may want Price information for the PSP s you may want to buy How b u Can Get an Index Indexes are published periodically Most of the PSPs which could potentially apply to the most recent Chevrolet models will be listed in the most recent publication for that model year This means you may want to wait until the end of the model year before ordering an index ...

Page 292: ...d mailing address The number to call is 1 800 551 4123 190 A Very Important Reminder These PSP s are meant for technicians They are not meant for the do it yourselferl Technicians have the equipment tools safety instructions and know howto do ajob quickly and safely Chevrolet Service Publications You can get theseby using theorder form Chevrolet Division service manuals are intended for useby prof...

Page 293: ...All PSP S PSP 91 4 40 00 1990AllPSP S PSP 90 4 40 00 For subscription informationcall Helm Incorporated SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals havethe diagnosis repair and overhaul information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steer ing body etc Model Form Number Price 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier ST 366 93 43 00 Please specify special body or engine types on order form Write informati...

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Page 295: ...onmmaddressis different from your Datemolyr shipping address shown CUSTOMERSIGNATURE Check here if your billing DAYTIME TELEPHONENO CODE Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring Obligation NOTE All listed prices are quoted inU S funds Canadian residentsare tomake checks payable in U S funds Orders for Individual product service Pubfications cannot befilledwithout the and a...

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Page 297: ... Player 116 Care of Audio Systems 121 Radio Reception Understanding 121 Setting the Clock 111 Automatic Door Locks 50 Automatic Lap ShoulderBelt see Safety Belts Automatic Transaxle Adding Fluid 213 250 252 Brake TransaxleShift Interlock 61 Checking Fluid 211 Shifting 60 Startingthe Engine 56 Battery 223 Jump Starting 164 BatteryWarning 167 223 Battery Warning Light 100 Blizzard Caught In a 159 Bl...

Page 298: ...Discs 122 Fabric 238 Glass 241 Inside of Your Chevrolet 237 Instrument Panel 240 Leather and Vinyl 240 Outside of Your Chevrolet 241 Safety Belts 240 ScotchgardTMFabric Protection 239 Special Problems 239 Textured Surhce Bumper Coven 242 Underbody Maintenance 245 Warnings 236 237 238 240 243 Waxing 243 Weatherstrips 244 White SidewallTires 243 Windshield 241 City Driving 149 Clock Setting the 111 ...

Page 299: ...gencies Steering in 139 Emergency Starting 164 Emergency Towing 169 Engine Block Heater 59 208 Engine Coolant seeCoolant Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Engine Identification 56 246 Engine Oil 205 Additives 207 Checking Adding 205 250 252 Crankcase Capacity 250 Disposing of Used Oil 209 Energy Conserving 207 Filter 208 256 Gage see Coolant Pressure Gage 99 Warning Light 98 When toChange 208 Eng...

Page 300: ...chometer 95 Gasoline 197 Gasoline Tank FillingYour 200 251 Gas Station Information 304 Gear Positions Gearshift Lever Glove Box i 53 Graphic Equalizer seeAudio Systems seeShlfing the Transaxle see Shifting the Transaxle Halogen Bulbs 224 253 Hazard Warning Flashers 164 HeadRestraints 13 Headlight Taillight Removing and Replacing 224 225 253 Headlights 78 Flash to Pass 81 High Low Beam Changer 81 I...

Page 301: ... Release 52 Safety Warning 52 Lighter 87 Dome Map 82 Headlights 78 Lights Daytime Running Lights 80 Flash to Pass 81 Instrument Panel Intensity Control 81 Rear Compartment 82 Removing Replacing Bulbs 224 225 253 Replacement Bulbs 253 Taillights 225 253 Turn Signal 73 WarningLights 96 Loading Your Vehicle 91 227 Locks 49 Long Distance Driving 152 Low Oil Pressure Warning 98 Luggage Carrier 91 Low B...

Page 302: ...ssenger Belts seeSafety Belts Passing 77 140 Polishing andWaxing Power Door Locks 50 Power Windows 72 Power Window Lock out Switch 72 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts During 27 Problemson the Road 163 Publications seeService Publications seeAppearance Care Power Steering Fluid 219 251 252 Radiator Overheating see Overheated Engine Radiator Pressure Cap 219 Radio seeAudio Systems ReadingLight 82 Rear ...

Page 303: ...ing 286 Easy Entry 15 Manual Front Seat 12 Manual Reclining Seatback 12 Seat Split Fold Down Rear 15 Seats Split Folding Rear Wagon 16 Seatback Latches 14 Service Parts Identification Label 246 Service Publications 288 Service Publications Order Form 291 Service Station Information 304 Manual 4 Way Adjustable 14 Setting the Clock 111 Setting the Trip Odometer 95 Shift Light 65 1 0 1 Shifting Into ...

Page 304: ...0 Inspection Rotation 231 Loading 230 Pressure 230 Quality Grading 232 Spare Compact 191 Tread Wear Indicators 231 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 234 Wheel Replacement 234 When to Replace Wheels 234 Winter Driving and Tires 157 236 Top Strap 36 Torque Lock 157 Towing a Trailer 161 TowingYour Chevrolet 169 Traffic Lights 126 Trailer Towing 161 Transaxle Automatic seeAutomatic Transaxle Transaxle ...

Page 305: ...ing System lo0 Check Coolant 97 Check Engine 102 Check Gages 103 Liftgate Ajar 102 Low Coolant 97 Oil 98 SafetyBelt 18 22 Upshift Indicator 65 101 Washer Windshield 84 220 252 Weight Gross Axle Rating GAWR 227 Gross Vehicle Rating GVWR 227 Tire Balance 234 Wheel Alignment and Wheel Covers How to Remove 188 WheelNuts 188 Wheel Nut Torque 190 251 Wheel Replacement 234 Windows Power 72 249 Standard 7...

Page 306: ...age220 Battery The Delco Freedom battery needs no water See Page 223 TransaxleFluid Automatic See Page 211 Manual See Page 213 See Tire Loading Information label on the driver s door See Page 230 e Tirt Compact Spare 60 psi 42G a See Page 191 See Page 197 ...

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