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... manual tellsyou how to your seats and safety belts properly. on page 10. 0 The 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. can use . Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and to quickly find of You something you when to perform vehicle maintenance...
... manual tellsyou how to your seats and safety belts properly. on page 10. 0 The 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. can use . Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and to quickly find of You something you when to perform vehicle maintenance...
Owner's Manual
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... latch must be down that the top of you return the seatback to the topof your abdomen. In a crash you 're reclined like this. The belt forces would be there, not at your safety belts can't their jobwhen do job because it won't be in a crash. For proper protection when the vehicle in the seat and wear your body...
... latch must be down that the top of you return the seatback to the topof your abdomen. In a crash you 're reclined like this. The belt forces would be there, not at your safety belts can't their jobwhen do job because it won't be in a crash. For proper protection when the vehicle in the seat and wear your body...
Owner's Manual
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... to get out. On some two-door models, the right front seatyour of Tilt the right front seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward. In a sudden or crash, the person stop sitting there could injured. Easy Entry Seat (If Equipped) Rear Seats Folding theRear Seat If an easy entry right front seat isn't locked, it can move To open...
... to get out. On some two-door models, the right front seatyour of Tilt the right front seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward. In a sudden or crash, the person stop sitting there could injured. Easy Entry Seat (If Equipped) Rear Seats Folding theRear Seat If an easy entry right front seat isn't locked, it can move To open...
Owner's Manual
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... module in the steering wheel or both air the bag module and the instrument panel for the driver's or the right frontpassenger's air bag, the bagmay not work on your air bag system won't work for service. Let only qualified technicians work properly. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet Air bags affect how your dealer See for you are activated and driver's safety belt usage at deployment. Your Chevrolet dealer and the Cavalier Service Manual...
... module in the steering wheel or both air the bag module and the instrument panel for the driver's or the right frontpassenger's air bag, the bagmay not work on your air bag system won't work for service. Let only qualified technicians work properly. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet Air bags affect how your dealer See for you are activated and driver's safety belt usage at deployment. Your Chevrolet dealer and the Cavalier Service Manual...
Owner's Manual
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... , be seriously injured if the right front passenger's air bag inflates. do ' A CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can move the as front passenger seat far back as it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. This is because the back a of rear-facing child restraint would be very close to .... You may , however, secure a forward-facing child restraint in the rear rather than the front seat. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be used ina vehicle. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or ina booklet, or...
... , be seriously injured if the right front passenger's air bag inflates. do ' A CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can move the as front passenger seat far back as it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. This is because the back a of rear-facing child restraint would be very close to .... You may , however, secure a forward-facing child restraint in the rear rather than the front seat. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be used ina vehicle. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or ina booklet, or...
Owner's Manual
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... Keys Door Locks Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft Passlock New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle) 2-30 2-30 2-3 1 2-32 2-33 2-4 1 2-44 2-46 2-48 2-5 1 2-5 1 2-62 2-67 Parking Over Things That Bum Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) Windows Turn Signalhlultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors...
... Keys Door Locks Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft Passlock New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle) 2-30 2-30 2-3 1 2-32 2-33 2-4 1 2-44 2-46 2-48 2-5 1 2-5 1 2-62 2-67 Parking Over Things That Bum Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) Windows Turn Signalhlultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors...
Owner's Manual
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Power Door Locks(If Equipped) You can lock or unlock all doors of your car from the inside. Rear Door Security Lock(4-DOOr Models) Your Chevrolet is in use one of the doors -- Push the lower portion of your vehiclecannot be opened from the inside . 2. that help prevent passengers from the driver's or passenger's door lock switch. Close the door. 3. The rear doors of the switch to move the lock all of these locks: 1. It won't lock (or...
Power Door Locks(If Equipped) You can lock or unlock all doors of your car from the inside. Rear Door Security Lock(4-DOOr Models) Your Chevrolet is in use one of the doors -- Push the lower portion of your vehiclecannot be opened from the inside . 2. that help prevent passengers from the driver's or passenger's door lock switch. Close the door. 3. The rear doors of the switch to move the lock all of these locks: 1. It won't lock (or...
Owner's Manual
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... pushed towed, but does not sendelectrical power to anyaccessories. RUN (D): This is , then turn the key hard. START (E): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. NOTICE: If your vehicle needs service. The ignition switch will lock the steering column and resultin a loss of this position if your engine and release the switch. This could cause a collision. In the OFF position, the instrument cluster and the automatic transaxle gear shift indicator have electrical power. A warning...
... pushed towed, but does not sendelectrical power to anyaccessories. RUN (D): This is , then turn the key hard. START (E): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. NOTICE: If your vehicle needs service. The ignition switch will lock the steering column and resultin a loss of this position if your engine and release the switch. This could cause a collision. In the OFF position, the instrument cluster and the automatic transaxle gear shift indicator have electrical power. A warning...
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Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) The ignition key cannot be in , turn the key to O W position. Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your Chevrolet is way down -- Hold the clutch pedal to PARK (P) if your shift lever PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). the While pressing the key release button in NEUTRAL (N). Don't try to shift to the floor and start the engine.Your vehicle won 't start if the clutch pedal not all the is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. that 's a -safety feature.To...
Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) The ignition key cannot be in , turn the key to O W position. Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your Chevrolet is way down -- Hold the clutch pedal to PARK (P) if your shift lever PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). the While pressing the key release button in NEUTRAL (N). Don't try to shift to the floor and start the engine.Your vehicle won 't start if the clutch pedal not all the is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. that 's a -safety feature.To...
Owner's Manual
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... your regular brakes before moving the shift lever.) If you car )t shift out of your vehicle, put your manual transaxle in the Index. 1. Turn the key to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Shifting Outof PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to the drive gear you get out of PARK (P), ease pressure on floor shift console models as you maintain brake application. If you can 't still shift out of Step 4. 3. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle Models Only) Before...
... your regular brakes before moving the shift lever.) If you car )t shift out of your vehicle, put your manual transaxle in the Index. 1. Turn the key to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Shifting Outof PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to the drive gear you get out of PARK (P), ease pressure on floor shift console models as you maintain brake application. If you can 't still shift out of Step 4. 3. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle Models Only) Before...
Owner's Manual
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Lower the side door windows to avoid wear to the RUN position. 3. Turn the ignition to the weatherstrips. 4. Set theparking brake and shift your automatic transaxle toPARK (P) or your manual transaxle to NEUTRAL (N). 2. Push the button the latch handle and turn the in handle downto unhook the latch pins from the windshield and hold until the convertible top it is fully lowered. 2-52 Pull the latch handle rearward away from the holes over the windshield. 5. Lowering Your Convertible Top 1.
Lower the side door windows to avoid wear to the RUN position. 3. Turn the ignition to the weatherstrips. 4. Set theparking brake and shift your automatic transaxle toPARK (P) or your manual transaxle to NEUTRAL (N). 2. Push the button the latch handle and turn the in handle downto unhook the latch pins from the windshield and hold until the convertible top it is fully lowered. 2-52 Pull the latch handle rearward away from the holes over the windshield. 5. Lowering Your Convertible Top 1.
Owner's Manual
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Ashtray 9. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 4. Audio System 10. Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger 8. Fuse Panel Instrument Panel Intensity Control 7. Windshield Wipermasher Controls 6. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever (If Equipped) 11. in The main components of your vehicle is designed to drive safely and economically. Hood Release Lever 12. Your instrument panel is running. Parking Brake Lever 2. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 3. You'llknow how fast you're going, how much fuel is left the tank, and many other things you...
Ashtray 9. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 4. Audio System 10. Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger 8. Fuse Panel Instrument Panel Intensity Control 7. Windshield Wipermasher Controls 6. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever (If Equipped) 11. in The main components of your vehicle is designed to drive safely and economically. Hood Release Lever 12. Your instrument panel is running. Parking Brake Lever 2. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 3. You'llknow how fast you're going, how much fuel is left the tank, and many other things you...
Owner's Manual
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... hot and longer work well. Reduce speed and shift a lower gear before you might have to park your speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to do it: 1. If you don't shift down, you start to move. Reapply the regular brakes. to cool. NOTICE: Do not tow on steep, continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Pay particular attentionto the engine coolant gage. Driving On Grades Parking on Hills...
... hot and longer work well. Reduce speed and shift a lower gear before you might have to park your speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to do it: 1. If you don't shift down, you start to move. Reapply the regular brakes. to cool. NOTICE: Do not tow on steep, continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Pay particular attentionto the engine coolant gage. Driving On Grades Parking on Hills...
Owner's Manual
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... no longer have an air conditioner, turn off . But then, if you still have the warning, turn it cools down. You may not be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. Turn on your vehicle right away. otherwise, shift to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. Climb a long hill on , you can idle the engine for two or...
... no longer have an air conditioner, turn off . But then, if you still have the warning, turn it cools down. You may not be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. Turn on your vehicle right away. otherwise, shift to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. Climb a long hill on , you can idle the engine for two or...
Owner's Manual
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... service and fuel information, and then it shows how to its appearance care. 6-3 6-6 6-8 6-12 6-17 6-18 6-21 6-22 6-24 6-25 6-28 Fuel Filling Your Tank Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transaxle Fluid (Except 2.4L Code T Engine) Automatic Transaxle Fluid (2.4L Code T Engine Only) Manual Transaxle Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Engine Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6-29 6-30 6-31 6-35 6-35 6-40 6-52 6-55 6-56 6-56 6-58 6-58 6-64 Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Halogen Bulbs Tires...
... service and fuel information, and then it shows how to its appearance care. 6-3 6-6 6-8 6-12 6-17 6-18 6-21 6-22 6-24 6-25 6-28 Fuel Filling Your Tank Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transaxle Fluid (Except 2.4L Code T Engine) Automatic Transaxle Fluid (2.4L Code T Engine Only) Manual Transaxle Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Engine Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6-29 6-30 6-31 6-35 6-35 6-40 6-52 6-55 6-56 6-56 6-58 6-58 6-64 Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Halogen Bulbs Tires...
Owner's Manual
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... Panel Lights, Warning Chimes Exterior Lamps, Anti-Lock Brake System, Cruise Control, Turn Signals Power Windows, Power Sunroof, Convertible Top Controls (Convertible Model) (Circuit Breaker) Powertrain Control Module Alarm Module: Illuminated Entry, Warning Chimes, Overhead Lamps, Mapmeading Lamps, Glove Box Lamp, Trunk Lamp, Radio, Power Mirrors, Remote Keyless Entry Fog Lamps (2-24 Only) Engine Ignition Right Headlamp 6-61 Fuse WIPER ERLS AIR BAG EXT LAMP PWR ACC HVAC RADIO ALARM CRUISE L HDLP CIG Usage Windshield Wipers, Windshield Washers Automatic Transaxle, Brake Transaxle Shift...
... Panel Lights, Warning Chimes Exterior Lamps, Anti-Lock Brake System, Cruise Control, Turn Signals Power Windows, Power Sunroof, Convertible Top Controls (Convertible Model) (Circuit Breaker) Powertrain Control Module Alarm Module: Illuminated Entry, Warning Chimes, Overhead Lamps, Mapmeading Lamps, Glove Box Lamp, Trunk Lamp, Radio, Power Mirrors, Remote Keyless Entry Fog Lamps (2-24 Only) Engine Ignition Right Headlamp 6-61 Fuse WIPER ERLS AIR BAG EXT LAMP PWR ACC HVAC RADIO ALARM CRUISE L HDLP CIG Usage Windshield Wipers, Windshield Washers Automatic Transaxle, Brake Transaxle Shift...
Owner's Manual
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... first). (See footnote #.) 0Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (Also see footnote ++.) I I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedu 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whicheverOCCUTS first). An Emission Control Service. 39,000 Miles (65000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever...
... first). (See footnote #.) 0Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (Also see footnote ++.) I I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedu 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whicheverOCCUTS first). An Emission Control Service. 39,000 Miles (65000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever...
Owner's Manual
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.... An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system (2.2L Code 4 engine only). See "Tire Inspection and 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for any damage. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (Also see footnote ++.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-38 Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) I 0Replace air cleaner filter.
.... An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system (2.2L Code 4 engine only). See "Tire Inspection and 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for any damage. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (Also see footnote ++.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-38 Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) I 0Replace air cleaner filter.
Owner's Manual
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... basic operational information about the vehicle. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$40.00 OWNER'S INFORMATION Owner publications are available for Owners and intended to Helm, Incorporated (address CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for all models.
... basic operational information about the vehicle. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$40.00 OWNER'S INFORMATION Owner publications are available for Owners and intended to Helm, Incorporated (address CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for all models.
Owner's Manual
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...Road Recovery ...Oil. Service and Owner ...8-12 9-7 Automatic Transaxle Neutral. Engine ...Oil Pressure Warning Light ...Overdrive. Ordering ... 5-14 7-41 8-12 ...2-20 Odometer ...Odometer. Chemical ...Park Automatic -:ansaxle ...2-19 Shifting Into ...2-27 Shifting Out of Safety Belts ...1-21 5-1 Problems on the Road ...Publications. Underbody ...Maintenance When Trailer Towing ...Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...Manual Front Seat ...Manual Lumbar Support ...Manual Remote Control Mirror ...Manual Transaxle Check ...Fluid ...Gear Positions ...Operation ...Shifting ...Starting...
...Road Recovery ...Oil. Service and Owner ...8-12 9-7 Automatic Transaxle Neutral. Engine ...Oil Pressure Warning Light ...Overdrive. Ordering ... 5-14 7-41 8-12 ...2-20 Odometer ...Odometer. Chemical ...Park Automatic -:ansaxle ...2-19 Shifting Into ...2-27 Shifting Out of Safety Belts ...1-21 5-1 Problems on the Road ...Publications. Underbody ...Maintenance When Trailer Towing ...Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...Manual Front Seat ...Manual Lumbar Support ...Manual Remote Control Mirror ...Manual Transaxle Check ...Fluid ...Gear Positions ...Operation ...Shifting ...Starting...