2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Support Question
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Support Question
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Question posted by kkimono1086 on September 29th, 2014
What Do I Do When The Engine Cranks But Won't In The Rain?
Car cranks but won't start and it is raining.
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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on September 29th, 2014 8:07 PM
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Hi. The best place to start would be to check the spark plug (using a tester). The Anti-Theft-System may sadly be the culprit in some occassions.
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Owner's Manual - Page 5
... System
Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer
Problems on the Road
Section 5
Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle
Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You're Stuck
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Owner's Manual - Page 6
Table of Contents (cont'd)
Service and Appearance Care
Section 6
Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal ...
Owner's Manual - Page 11
... other symbols you may see "Warning Lights and Gages" in the Index. For example, these symbols are used on some of your vehicle. Also see :
ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM
FUSE
TURN SIGNALS
LIGHTER
DOOR LOCK UNLOCK
PARKING LAMPS
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
HORN BRAKE
FASTEN SEAT BELTS
HAZARD WARNING...
Owner's Manual - Page 12
... Pressure
See Section 6
Battery
See Section 6
Windshield Washer Fluid
See Section 6
2.4L Engine Oil Dipstick
See Section 6
Oil Viscosity
Engine Oil See Section 6 Service Station Guide
Fuel
For a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood
See Section 6
2.2L Engine Oil Dipstick
See Section 6
Cooling System
See Section 5
Use unleaded only.
See Section...
Owner's Manual - Page 67
... 2-32 2-34 Windows Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry (If Equipped) Theft Content Theft Security System (If Equipped) PasslockR 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 Only) Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle...
Owner's Manual - Page 68
Manual Windows
On a vehicle with the windows closed in a vehicle with manual windows, use the window crank to open and close each window.
2-2 Windows CAUTION:
Leaving children in warm or hot weather. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can ...
Owner's Manual - Page 79
... lid.
2-13 That will force outside , insert the key and turn the trunk lock cylinder or use the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped).
See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. CAUTION: (Continued)
D Turn the fan on any airflow selection except MAX. D If you must pass through the seal between the body...
Owner's Manual - Page 83
... can also change the settings to disable the headlamp flash and horn chirp features. You may also want to the RUN ignition position following an engine start. PasslockR
Your vehicle is turned to check the fuses (See "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index for more information. If a correct key is not...
Owner's Manual - Page 85
..., such as the radio. if so, is moving , turn the key hard. When the engine starts, release the key. CAUTION:
On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key to LOCK will sound ...RUN allow you can remove the key. But turn it could cause a collision. START (E): This position starts the engine. Even if the engine is running , you can use RUN to any accessories. NOTICE:
If your ...
Owner's Manual - Page 86
Starting Your Engine
Automatic Transaxle
Move your vehicle is turned to OFF.
2-20
Once the key is turned from the ... to work up to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle)
The ignition key cannot be in REVERSE. Your engine won't start in , turn the key to 10 minutes after the ignition is stopped. that's a safety feature. While pressing the key release ...
Owner's Manual - Page 89
Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. You'll get easier starting your vehicle.
2-23 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
2.4L L4 Engine 2.2L L4 Engine In very cold weather, 0_F (-18_C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help.
Owner's Manual - Page 91
... can 't move suddenly. You have to get out of PARK (P)" in the Index. If you start your engine because your vehicle is not fully in the Index. Then move the shift lever to REVERSE (R) while...you 're on floor shift console models as you wish. (Press the shift lever button before starting the engine. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is moving ...
Owner's Manual - Page 92
...hills. Use DRIVE (D) as much as you go down steep mountain roads, but lower fuel economy. Unless your engine. Don't shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the wheels.
NOTICE:
Damage to use NEUTRAL (N)...or you can use NEUTRAL (N) only. CAUTION:
Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is "racing" (running at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/hr), or you would also want...
Owner's Manual - Page 94
... possible. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. You can damage your engine. This might happen if you were stuck in position on very steep hills, or in FIRST (1), the transaxle won't shift into PARK (P) to hold your...
Owner's Manual - Page 167
... 4-Speed Automatic Transaxle) Towing a Trailer (Except Models with 2.4L L4 Engine and 4-Speed Automatic Transaxle)
4-
4-1 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
Here you'll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in Rain and on Wet Roads City Driving 4-22 4-23 4-24 4-24 4-26 4-30 4-33 4-35 4-42 Freeway...
Owner's Manual - Page 186
... by road spray.
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down when it is raining. in through flowing water. See "Tires"
4-20 Driving Through Flowing Water
Driving Through Deep... carry away a smaller vehicle. And be prepared to drive through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Hydroplaning usually happens at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be...
Owner's Manual - Page 191
...roads in hills or mountains.
Shift down to let your engine assist your vehicle in gear when you go downhill.
Stay in your engine do all fluid
levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling...they wouldn't work hard on mountains that let you stay in your engine and transaxle, and you can make your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. Drive at speeds that warn of a hill, be...
Owner's Manual - Page 196
...signaling later on with your car doors with the ignition off and close the window almost all the way to restore normal vehicle operation. Let the heater run the engine, make it may be... keeps the battery charged. If your destination. This is , push the accelerator slightly.
Start the engine again and repeat this only when you run for towing equipment. Preserve the fuel as ...
Owner's Manual - Page 211
... safely. Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint. Jump Starting
If your battery has run down, you may want to use the following steps below ...you .
5-3 D They contain gas that can explode or ignite. D They contain enough electricity to start your vehicle has a built-in your vehicle. But please use another vehicle and some or all of...
Owner's Manual - Page 356
... are written directly for all models. Each bulletin contains instructions to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO...FOR 2001 CHEVROLET
SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. 2001 CHEVROLET...
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