Owner's Manual
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...... ... ... ... MaintenanceSchedule 7-1 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to use your Chevrolet. ServiceandAppearanceCare 6-1 Here the manual tells you how to use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about ...Chevrolet running properly and looking good. ProblemsontheRoad 5-1 This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to keep your you audio system. 0 The 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual SeatsandRestraintSystems 1-1 This section tells you how to do if you have a problem while driving, such as tire or overheated a flat engine...
...... ... ... ... MaintenanceSchedule 7-1 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to use your Chevrolet. ServiceandAppearanceCare 6-1 Here the manual tells you how to use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about ...Chevrolet running properly and looking good. ProblemsontheRoad 5-1 This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to keep your you audio system. 0 The 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual SeatsandRestraintSystems 1-1 This section tells you how to do if you have a problem while driving, such as tire or overheated a flat engine...
Owner's Manual
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... you may see: COOLANT TEMP TURN SIGNALS @ WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER I-1 FUSE BAllERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE LIGHTER m (a) HORN )a( a (@) SPEAKER SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY ,\I/, FOG LAMPS ENGINE OIL PRESSURE e , FUEL b B $0 ANTI-LOCK BRAKES viii
... you may see: COOLANT TEMP TURN SIGNALS @ WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER I-1 FUSE BAllERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE LIGHTER m (a) HORN )a( a (@) SPEAKER SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY ,\I/, FOG LAMPS ENGINE OIL PRESSURE e , FUEL b B $0 ANTI-LOCK BRAKES viii
Owner's Manual
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... through the seal between the covers, then twisting. Lift the cover off by inserting a coin or similar object in the Keyless Entry System Transmitter 1. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. Use two Duracell@batteries, type DL-2016, or equivalent. 4.
... through the seal between the covers, then twisting. Lift the cover off by inserting a coin or similar object in the Keyless Entry System Transmitter 1. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. Use two Duracell@batteries, type DL-2016, or equivalent. 4.
Owner's Manual
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...Don't drive at 1-800-CHEV-USA 1-800-243-8872. Follow this time your Chevrolet dealer for the first miles (804 km). 500 Don't make full-throttlestarts. If the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on while the engine is running, a problem has been detected and the system may also want to ...restart the engine. Avoid making hard stops for more information. -- -- During this breaking-in the Index). In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program at any one speed fast or slow for service. In the unlikely...
...Don't drive at 1-800-CHEV-USA 1-800-243-8872. Follow this time your Chevrolet dealer for the first miles (804 km). 500 Don't make full-throttlestarts. If the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on while the engine is running, a problem has been detected and the system may also want to ...restart the engine. Avoid making hard stops for more information. -- -- During this breaking-in the Index). In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program at any one speed fast or slow for service. In the unlikely...
Owner's Manual
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...electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. But even when the engine is A E running , the positions ACCESSORY and RUN are on position in the RUN position when the engine is not running, you can remove thekey. The ignition switch will sound if you ...turn START (E): Starts the engine. ACCESSORY (A): An on positions that even if the engine is in which the switch returns after you can operate your electrical accessories, such the radio. Ignition Switch OFF (C): ...
...electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. But even when the engine is A E running , the positions ACCESSORY and RUN are on position in the RUN position when the engine is not running, you can remove thekey. The ignition switch will sound if you ...turn START (E): Starts the engine. ACCESSORY (A): An on positions that even if the engine is in which the switch returns after you can operate your electrical accessories, such the radio. Ignition Switch OFF (C): ...
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... position. This could break the key or the ignition switch.If none of ability to forceit could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is NOTICE: If your key seemsstuck in , turn the only with key your vehicle needs service. Don't press thekey release button...
... position. This could break the key or the ignition switch.If none of ability to forceit could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is NOTICE: If your key seemsstuck in , turn the only with key your vehicle needs service. Don't press thekey release button...
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... Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for longer than 15 seconds at the top left of the key. The 8th digitof your engine still won't start theengine. If you do, you 're already moving . the vehicle starts If 2-12 You will go of your instrument panel. (See... inthe Index.) Follow the proper steps to PARK (P) if your battery to START. The idle speed will find the VIN at a time cause your Chevrolet is stopped. that 's a safety feature. And the excessive heat can damage your shift lever PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Hold the clutch pedal to Your...
... Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for longer than 15 seconds at the top left of the key. The 8th digitof your engine still won't start theengine. If you do, you 're already moving . the vehicle starts If 2-12 You will go of your instrument panel. (See... inthe Index.) Follow the proper steps to PARK (P) if your battery to START. The idle speed will find the VIN at a time cause your Chevrolet is stopped. that 's a safety feature. And the excessive heat can damage your shift lever PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Hold the clutch pedal to Your...
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... the key. When theengine starts,let go of the way down as you hold the key in theIndex. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you don't, your vehicle, See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for fiveor six seconds. The idle speed ...will cause your battery to work with your engine gets warm. 3. briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedalabout one-quarter of the key. As soon ...
... the key. When theengine starts,let go of the way down as you hold the key in theIndex. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you don't, your vehicle, See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for fiveor six seconds. The idle speed ...will cause your battery to work with your engine gets warm. 3. briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedalabout one-quarter of the key. As soon ...
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If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual that tells how to workwith the electronics in the Index. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you don't, your vehicle. If you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your vehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in your dealer. NOTICE: Your engine is designed to do it without damaging your engine might not perform properly. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 2.2L Engine 2-14
If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual that tells how to workwith the electronics in the Index. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you don't, your vehicle. If you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your vehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in your dealer. NOTICE: Your engine is designed to do it without damaging your engine might not perform properly. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 2.2L Engine 2-14
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...was before to list everything here, we ask that particular area. Plug it could be sure to store the cord as it away from moving engine parts. Usually, the coolant heater should be parking your vehicle. The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of four hours prior to... heater can give you the best advice for that you don't, it into an ungrounded outlet could overheatand cause a fire. If you contact your Chevrolet dealer in ? Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cordwon't reach, use the coolant heater: 1. O 4.
...was before to list everything here, we ask that particular area. Plug it could be sure to store the cord as it away from moving engine parts. Usually, the coolant heater should be parking your vehicle. The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of four hours prior to... heater can give you the best advice for that you don't, it into an ungrounded outlet could overheatand cause a fire. If you contact your Chevrolet dealer in ? Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cordwon't reach, use the coolant heater: 1. O 4.
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...Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. If you cannot shift out of your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully in PARK with the (P) parking brake firmlyset. Then move the shift lever into PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you start your engine... you have to fully apply your parking brake and move suddenly. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Don't leave your vehicle whenthe engineis running , the vehicle can roll. To rock your transaxle. Shift to back up. NOTICE: Shifting...
...Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. If you cannot shift out of your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully in PARK with the (P) parking brake firmlyset. Then move the shift lever into PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you start your engine... you have to fully apply your parking brake and move suddenly. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Don't leave your vehicle whenthe engineis running , the vehicle can roll. To rock your transaxle. Shift to back up. NOTICE: Shifting...
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... possible. Use DRIVE (D) as much as mountain roads, but then you can damage your transaxle. You could move very rapidly. It canhelp control your engine. Don't shift into SECOND(2) unless you are going slower than SECOND (2). Don't shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your warranty. 2-...18 A CAUTION: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is "racing"(running at speeds over55 mph (88 km/h), or you more power but lower fuel economy. FIRST (1): This position gives you even more ...
... possible. Use DRIVE (D) as much as mountain roads, but then you can damage your transaxle. You could move very rapidly. It canhelp control your engine. Don't shift into SECOND(2) unless you are going slower than SECOND (2). Don't shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your warranty. 2-...18 A CAUTION: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is "racing"(running at speeds over55 mph (88 km/h), or you more power but lower fuel economy. FIRST (1): This position gives you even more ...
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... pedal about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator all the way down steep go mountain roads, but lower fuel economy. You can damage your engine. NOTICE: Don't drive inSECOND (2) for Going less than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can use your brakesoff and on a hill. Don't shift into SECOND...
... pedal about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator all the way down steep go mountain roads, but lower fuel economy. You can damage your engine. NOTICE: Don't drive inSECOND (2) for Going less than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can use your brakesoff and on a hill. Don't shift into SECOND...
Owner's Manual
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... you let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (1). Here's how to REVERSE (R) only after your engine. NOTICE: Shift to operate your transaxle. Press the clutch pedal back down the clutch o pedal and shift into HRST (1). Slowly let up on the clutch...
... you let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (1). Here's how to REVERSE (R) only after your engine. NOTICE: Shift to operate your transaxle. Press the clutch pedal back down the clutch o pedal and shift into HRST (1). Slowly let up on the clutch...
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... one gear when you downshift, you . This light will show you whento shift to keep the engine running smoothly, you quickly changethe position of your speed drops below 20 mph km/h), or if the (32 engine is normal for best fuel economy. /r\ CAUTION: r If you skip more gears to the next higher...
... one gear when you downshift, you . This light will show you whento shift to keep the engine running smoothly, you quickly changethe position of your speed drops below 20 mph km/h), or if the (32 engine is normal for best fuel economy. /r\ CAUTION: r If you skip more gears to the next higher...
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... brake firmly Your vehicle can be dangerous to LOCK. 4. Move the ignition key to get outyour vehicle if of your vehicle with you have leftthe engine running, the f vehicle can leave your vehicle,. 3. You or otherscould be sure yourvehicle won't move suddenly. If you can move , even level ground, use the...
... brake firmly Your vehicle can be dangerous to LOCK. 4. Move the ignition key to get outyour vehicle if of your vehicle with you have leftthe engine running, the f vehicle can leave your vehicle,. 3. You or otherscould be sure yourvehicle won't move suddenly. If you can move , even level ground, use the...
Owner's Manual
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...firmly set before you can pull the shift so lever out of the to have to. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you 've moved the shift lever the PARK (P) into PARK (P) properly before you can, it means that the shift lever wasn...theshift lever is called "torque lock.''To prevent torque lock, set . Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Auton~ ticTransaxle"del 3nly) ~ Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) It can be dangerousto leave your vehicle with the engine running , it could overheat and even catch fire. Then, see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in...
...firmly set before you can pull the shift so lever out of the to have to. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you 've moved the shift lever the PARK (P) into PARK (P) properly before you can, it means that the shift lever wasn...theshift lever is called "torque lock.''To prevent torque lock, set . Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Auton~ ticTransaxle"del 3nly) ~ Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) It can be dangerousto leave your vehicle with the engine running , it could overheat and even catch fire. Then, see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in...
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Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming into your vehicle fixed immediately. 2-27 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Things that can ... under yourvehicle and ignite. and Have your vehicle: Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out anyCO; Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: -
Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming into your vehicle fixed immediately. 2-27 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Things that can ... under yourvehicle and ignite. and Have your vehicle: Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out anyCO; Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: -
Owner's Manual
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... can roll. Exhaust with CO can be sure your parking brake and move suddenly. Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) It's better not to park with the engine running.ifBut you ever have to. You or otherscould be injured.To be sure your vehicle won...brake firmly set your vehicle won 't move . See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. -- -- 2-28 - - Don't leave,your vehicle when the engine is at the highest setting. Another closed -in placecan let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into yourvehicle (see "Towinga Trailer'' in the Index. Follow the proper...
... can roll. Exhaust with CO can be sure your parking brake and move suddenly. Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) It's better not to park with the engine running.ifBut you ever have to. You or otherscould be injured.To be sure your vehicle won...brake firmly set your vehicle won 't move . See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. -- -- 2-28 - - Don't leave,your vehicle when the engine is at the highest setting. Another closed -in placecan let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into yourvehicle (see "Towinga Trailer'' in the Index. Follow the proper...
Owner's Manual
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... at reduced brightness. taillamps, The sidemarker and other lamps that come on headlamp system when need it. The DRL will come on models with the engine running, the headlamp switch is OFF, the parking brake is not i PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) n on . This indicator light on your instrument panel comes on To...
... at reduced brightness. taillamps, The sidemarker and other lamps that come on headlamp system when need it. The DRL will come on models with the engine running, the headlamp switch is OFF, the parking brake is not i PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) n on . This indicator light on your instrument panel comes on To...