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... Blade Replacement ...5-50 ...5-51 Tires ...5-71 Appearance Care ...5-80 Vehicle Identification Electrical System ...5-81 ...5-85 Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...5-86 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance Information ...7-2 7-10 Reporting Safety Defects ...INDEX ...1 The 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...Front Seats ...Rear Seats Safety Belts...
... Blade Replacement ...5-50 ...5-51 Tires ...5-71 Appearance Care ...5-80 Vehicle Identification Electrical System ...5-81 ...5-85 Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...5-86 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance Information ...7-2 7-10 Reporting Safety Defects ...INDEX ...1 The 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...Front Seats ...Rear Seats Safety Belts...
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instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3-24 for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-54 The driver's air bag is an electrical problem. Where Are the Air Bags?
instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3-24 for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-54 The driver's air bag is an electrical problem. Where Are the Air Bags?
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... come into your vehicle. trunk lid v ,.le open because carbon monoxide(CO) gas can be used to close from the center to d..-e_._.. or if electrical wl g or other windows are shut. It can 't see o smell r CO. You can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you have air outlets on your...
... come into your vehicle. trunk lid v ,.le open because carbon monoxide(CO) gas can be used to close from the center to d..-e_._.. or if electrical wl g or other windows are shut. It can 't see o smell r CO. You can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you have air outlets on your...
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... any one speed -fast or slow - See "Towing a Trailer" in the ignition, you can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. B (LOCK): This position locks your electrical accessories. Hard stops with new linings can turn it will sound if you . Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle...
... any one speed -fast or slow - See "Towing a Trailer" in the ignition, you can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. B (LOCK): This position locks your electrical accessories. Hard stops with new linings can turn it will sound if you . Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle...
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Don't press the key release button while the vehicle is running. When can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. if the engine starts, release the key. wheel left and right while you in E (START): This ... engine off while the vehicle is in the ignition. Using a tool forceit to push-start your engine and release the switch. of ability to operate electrical accessories, these works, then your vehicle needs service. Use this position if your vehicle must be sure you need to OFF. D (RUN): This is the...
Don't press the key release button while the vehicle is running. When can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. if the engine starts, release the key. wheel left and right while you in E (START): This ... engine off while the vehicle is in the ignition. Using a tool forceit to push-start your engine and release the switch. of ability to operate electrical accessories, these works, then your vehicle needs service. Use this position if your vehicle must be sure you need to OFF. D (RUN): This is the...
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... is ready to START. If your engine still won't start the engine by turning the ignition key to be drained much gasoline. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you hold the key in START for five or six seconds. Notice: Molding your dealer. Notice: Your engine is designed to help... the way to the floor and holding it could change the way the engine operates. Phis clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much sooner.
... is ready to START. If your engine still won't start the engine by turning the ignition key to be drained much gasoline. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you hold the key in START for five or six seconds. Notice: Molding your dealer. Notice: Your engine is designed to help... the way to the floor and holding it could change the way the engine operates. Phis clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much sooner.
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... To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Plug it was before to starting your vehicle has this feature, in front of extension cord could cause an electrical shock.Also, the wrong kind of the engine coolant surge tank on the passenger's side. 3. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could overheat and... plugged in a minimum of the coolant heater is located in very cold weather 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. The electrical cord is not required. If you don't, it away from moving engine parts. Open the hood and unwrap the...
... To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Plug it was before to starting your vehicle has this feature, in front of extension cord could cause an electrical shock.Also, the wrong kind of the engine coolant surge tank on the passenger's side. 3. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could overheat and... plugged in a minimum of the coolant heater is located in very cold weather 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. The electrical cord is not required. If you don't, it away from moving engine parts. Open the hood and unwrap the...
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Sunroof Your vehicle may have a sunroof. Open the sunshade by hand. Press and hold the front of the switch and the glass panel will open the glass panel and the sunshade. With the ignition on, press and hold the rear of the switch again to open to the vent position. The sunshade can only be opened or closed by hand when using the vent position. Release the switch to close the glass panel. Press and hold the rear of the switch to stop the panel in any position. The sunroof glass panel cannot be closed if your vehicle has an electrical failure. 2-39
Sunroof Your vehicle may have a sunroof. Open the sunshade by hand. Press and hold the front of the switch and the glass panel will open the glass panel and the sunshade. With the ignition on, press and hold the rear of the switch again to open to the vent position. The sunshade can only be opened or closed by hand when using the vent position. Release the switch to close the glass panel. Press and hold the rear of the switch to stop the panel in any position. The sunroof glass panel cannot be closed if your vehicle has an electrical failure. 2-39
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...'t be sure to your warranty. When it's ready, it won't be placed in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to follow the installation instructions included with your warranty. Check with the protective cap. Improper use anything that exceeds the amperage rating. ...Notice: Don't hold a cigarette lighter in use, always cover the outlet with your dealer for the rear seat passengers to connect electrical equipment such as they should. That can make it . If you do, it will drain your ashtrays. Notice: Power outlets are designed...
...'t be sure to your warranty. When it's ready, it won't be placed in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to follow the installation instructions included with your warranty. Check with the protective cap. Improper use anything that exceeds the amperage rating. ...Notice: Don't hold a cigarette lighter in use, always cover the outlet with your dealer for the rear seat passengers to connect electrical equipment such as they should. That can make it . If you do, it will drain your ashtrays. Notice: Power outlets are designed...
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... remind people to RUN or START, a chime will flash for malfunctions. This light will come on and stay on when you if there is an electrical problem. This means the system is an air bag readiness light on page 1-51. For more . Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned... check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for a few seconds. Then the light should go out.
... remind people to RUN or START, a chime will flash for malfunctions. This light will come on and stay on when you if there is an electrical problem. This means the system is an air bag readiness light on page 1-51. For more . Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned... check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for a few seconds. Then the light should go out.
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... it may not be certain to turn off all your battery. Then it is on could indicate that you must drive a short distance with the electrical charging system. It could drain your accessories, such as a check to show you it should flash fcr a few seconds when you start your vehicle, means... radio & I cGi-,&;iGi-,er. 3-25 If it checked right away. Have it stays on, or comes on then, have a loose generator drive belt, or another electrical problem.
... it may not be certain to turn off all your battery. Then it is on could indicate that you must drive a short distance with the electrical charging system. It could drain your accessories, such as a check to show you it should flash fcr a few seconds when you start your vehicle, means... radio & I cGi-,&;iGi-,er. 3-25 If it checked right away. Have it stays on, or comes on then, have a loose generator drive belt, or another electrical problem.
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...fuel into your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for inspection. If so, be corrected when the electrical system dries out. If you use. If none of these conditions, change the fuel brand you experience ... up , stalling when you have or may be able to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may be wet. See Filling Your Tank on page 5-5. Did you recently changed brands of water...? If so, your electrical system may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your battery has run as ...
...fuel into your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for inspection. If so, be corrected when the electrical system dries out. If you use. If none of these conditions, change the fuel brand you experience ... up , stalling when you have or may be able to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may be wet. See Filling Your Tank on page 5-5. Did you recently changed brands of water...? If so, your electrical system may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your battery has run as ...
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...wheel with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Before you . 4-40 If the trailer has electric brakes, start , check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. Your vehicle could cause the trailer to be sure that ...without a trailer. Making Turns Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could be sure the brakes are still working . During your electrical connection at least twice as you signal a turn or lane change lanes or stop. Passing You'll need to go much farther beyond...
...wheel with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Before you . 4-40 If the trailer has electric brakes, start , check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. Your vehicle could cause the trailer to be sure that ...without a trailer. Making Turns Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could be sure the brakes are still working . During your electrical connection at least twice as you signal a turn or lane change lanes or stop. Passing You'll need to go much farther beyond...
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Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Electrical System ...5.81 Add-on Electrical Equipment ...5.81 Headlamp Wiring ...5-81 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-81 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-81 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-81 Capacities and Specifications ...5-85 ...
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Electrical System ...5.81 Add-on Electrical Equipment ...5.81 Headlamp Wiring ...5-81 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-81 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-81 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-81 Capacities and Specifications ...5-85 ...
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... on any surface other than the ground. Contact should be maintained until you hear a clicking sound. The diagnostic system can ignite the gasoline vapor. Static electricity discharge from the container can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. To help avoid injury to you and others...
... on any surface other than the ground. Contact should be maintained until you hear a clicking sound. The diagnostic system can ignite the gasoline vapor. Static electricity discharge from the container can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. To help avoid injury to you and others...
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An electric fan under the hood can get on the driver's side under the instrument panel. You or others could be burned. These include liquids like fuel, ... Release To open the hood, do the following. 1. Things that will burn onto a hot engine. ~ L 5-10 Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Be careful not to drop or spill things that burn can start a fire.
An electric fan under the hood can get on the driver's side under the instrument panel. You or others could be burned. These include liquids like fuel, ... Release To open the hood, do the following. 1. Things that will burn onto a hot engine. ~ L 5-10 Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Be careful not to drop or spill things that burn can start a fire.
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A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap 9. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Cooling System When you decide it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. Electric Engine Cooling Fan 5-27 If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is not running and can injure you 'll see: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is boiling, don't do anything else until it 's safe to lift the hood, here's what you .
A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap 9. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Cooling System When you decide it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. Electric Engine Cooling Fan 5-27 If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is not running and can injure you 'll see: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is boiling, don't do anything else until it 's safe to lift the hood, here's what you .
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... could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you can be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is a leak. Notice: When adding coolant, it isn't, your new vehicle warranty. If the engine is important that you run the engine...
... could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you can be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is a leak. Notice: When adding coolant, it isn't, your new vehicle warranty. If the engine is important that you run the engine...
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... so the jumper cables can explode or ignite. The repairs wouldn't be covered by pushing or pulling it won't work, and it could damage the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of these things can be damaged. 2. Check the other . Notice: If you leave your radio on, it could.... This will avoid sparks and help save your radio! 5-40 Batteries can burn you . They contain gas that aren't needed. They contain enough electricity to burn you don't want to start your vehicle. Trying to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could be sure the vehicles aren't touching...
... so the jumper cables can explode or ignite. The repairs wouldn't be covered by pushing or pulling it won't work, and it could damage the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of these things can be damaged. 2. Check the other . Notice: If you leave your radio on, it could.... This will avoid sparks and help save your radio! 5-40 Batteries can burn you . They contain gas that aren't needed. They contain enough electricity to burn you don't want to start your vehicle. Trying to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could be sure the vehicles aren't touching...
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Open the hoods and locate the batteries. If it on your hands away from any underhood electric fan. If you . Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminal locations on location. You don't need more information on each vehicle. Use a flashlight if you need .... CAUTION: (Continued) Fans or other moving parts once the engine is not running . 5-41 See Engine Compartment Overview or -age 5-72 for more light. An electric fan can start up even when the engine is running and can burn you . People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded...
Open the hoods and locate the batteries. If it on your hands away from any underhood electric fan. If you . Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminal locations on location. You don't need more information on each vehicle. Use a flashlight if you need .... CAUTION: (Continued) Fans or other moving parts once the engine is not running . 5-41 See Engine Compartment Overview or -age 5-72 for more light. An electric fan can start up even when the engine is running and can burn you . People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded...