Owner's Manual
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... adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. ServiceandAppearanceCare 6-1 Here the manual tells you how to keep your you audio system. i 0 The 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual SeatsandRestraintSystems 1-1 This section tells you how to use your Chevrolet. It also givesyou information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-8. It...
... adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. ServiceandAppearanceCare 6-1 Here the manual tells you how to keep your you audio system. i 0 The 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual SeatsandRestraintSystems 1-1 This section tells you how to use your Chevrolet. It also givesyou information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-8. It...
Owner's Manual
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... Corporation 1995 All Rights Reserved ii GENERAL MOTORS,GM, theGM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the Chevrolet Emblem and the name CAVALIER areregistered trademarks of Canada Limited" for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever appears in this manual init so the new owner can use it. it Please keepthis manual in Canada, substitute the name "General Motors of General Motors Corporation...
... Corporation 1995 All Rights Reserved ii GENERAL MOTORS,GM, theGM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the Chevrolet Emblem and the name CAVALIER areregistered trademarks of Canada Limited" for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever appears in this manual init so the new owner can use it. it Please keepthis manual in Canada, substitute the name "General Motors of General Motors Corporation...
Owner's Manual
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...what todo to help you learnabout the features and controls for what you need is the Indexin the back of the manual.It's an alphabetical list of safety cautions in the manual, andthe page number where you'll find it in this happen.'' vi Index A good placeto look for your vehicle...or "Don't let this book. These mean there something thatcould hurt is . If you 'll find a circle with a slash through it . How to Use This Manual Many people read these cautions. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also find that could hurt you if you or other people. In thecaution area...
...what todo to help you learnabout the features and controls for what you need is the Indexin the back of the manual.It's an alphabetical list of safety cautions in the manual, andthe page number where you'll find it in this happen.'' vi Index A good placeto look for your vehicle...or "Don't let this book. These mean there something thatcould hurt is . If you 'll find a circle with a slash through it . How to Use This Manual Many people read these cautions. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also find that could hurt you if you or other people. In thecaution area...
Owner's Manual
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... you might see warning labels your vehicle. They use on yellow for cautions, blue for notices and thewords CAUTION or NOTICE. When you read other manuals, you what do to help avoid to the damage. Vehicle Damage Warnings NOTICE: These mean there something tell you that could costly. vii the area...
... you might see warning labels your vehicle. They use on yellow for cautions, blue for notices and thewords CAUTION or NOTICE. When you read other manuals, you what do to help avoid to the damage. Vehicle Damage Warnings NOTICE: These mean there something tell you that could costly. vii the area...
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0 SectiOn 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you'll find information about the seats in your Chevrolet and howto use your body, to unlock of it . You can lose controlof the vehicle if you try to where you want to the adjust ...them -- a1 Front You can also learn about some things you don't want Then release the it . Slide the seat to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is not moving . how to . Move the lever on the front the driver's seat to make you push a pedal when...
0 SectiOn 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you'll find information about the seats in your Chevrolet and howto use your body, to unlock of it . You can lose controlof the vehicle if you try to where you want to the adjust ...them -- a1 Front You can also learn about some things you don't want Then release the it . Slide the seat to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is not moving . how to . Move the lever on the front the driver's seat to make you push a pedal when...
Owner's Manual
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... unlock it . L To adjust the seatback, lift the lever the outer side of on the seat and move seat with White Vinyl Seats Only) The manual lumbar support control is locked into place. Manual Lumbar Support (Convertible with your lower back. to where you want it . Slide the seat to 1-2
... unlock it . L To adjust the seatback, lift the lever the outer side of on the seat and move seat with White Vinyl Seats Only) The manual lumbar support control is locked into place. Manual Lumbar Support (Convertible with your lower back. to where you want it . Slide the seat to 1-2
Owner's Manual
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... ride where or shecan't wear he a safety belt properly. a But mostcrashes are buckled up away. Safety Belts: They're for Everyone ' : 1 This part ,of the manual tells you 'll be in a crash. Your vehicle hasa light that your passengers' belts are clear. It also tells you some things you don't know...
... ride where or shecan't wear he a safety belt properly. a But mostcrashes are buckled up away. Safety Belts: They're for Everyone ' : 1 This part ,of the manual tells you 'll be in a crash. Your vehicle hasa light that your passengers' belts are clear. It also tells you some things you don't know...
Owner's Manual
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... This part describes the driver's restraint system. Close and lock the door. 2. How to wear it properly. 1. Adjust the seat (to know whichrestraint systems your Chevrolet, see "Seats"in the Index) so you 'll want to know about safety belts and children. Be aware that there are different rules for smaller... Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for everyone's protection. And there are special things to see how, see the part of this manual called "Children." Follow those rules for people of adult size. We'll start withthe driver position.
... This part describes the driver's restraint system. Close and lock the door. 2. How to wear it properly. 1. Adjust the seat (to know whichrestraint systems your Chevrolet, see "Seats"in the Index) so you 'll want to know about safety belts and children. Be aware that there are different rules for smaller... Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for everyone's protection. And there are special things to see how, see the part of this manual called "Children." Follow those rules for people of adult size. We'll start withthe driver position.
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... an a r bag readiness i light on right frontpassenger's safety belt. - 1-20 I A CAUTION: AIR BAG There is an electrical problem. To read how, see the partof this manual called "Children" and the caution label the on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The driver should as far sit back aspossible while still...
... an a r bag readiness i light on right frontpassenger's safety belt. - 1-20 I A CAUTION: AIR BAG There is an electrical problem. To read how, see the partof this manual called "Children" and the caution label the on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The driver should as far sit back aspossible while still...
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... and possibly other parts. I When anair bag inflates, there is safe to inflate an air bag, windshields are designed to replace other parts.The service manual for your vehicle covers the need some newparts for your air bag system.If you have breathing problems but it stop people from the right...
... and possibly other parts. I When anair bag inflates, there is safe to inflate an air bag, windshields are designed to replace other parts.The service manual for your vehicle covers the need some newparts for your air bag system.If you have breathing problems but it stop people from the right...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle and the air bag system. don't wantthe system to You inflate while someone working on your air bag system. 0 Your vehicle is Chevrolet dealerand the Cavalier Service Manual have to replace the air bag module in the Index. , e Let only qualified technicians work on your vehicle.Your is equipped with yellow...
... your vehicle and the air bag system. don't wantthe system to You inflate while someone working on your air bag system. 0 Your vehicle is Chevrolet dealerand the Cavalier Service Manual have to replace the air bag module in the Index. , e Let only qualified technicians work on your vehicle.Your is equipped with yellow...
Owner's Manual
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... years. Each vehicle can have to getclose to illuminate the interior lamps. The trunk will also fade out. See "Illuminated Entry" in any transmitters with a manual transaxle, the parking brake mustbe set. a transmitter If is OFF. When theignition is pressed. The lamps will then off after 40 seconds go when UNLOCK...
... years. Each vehicle can have to getclose to illuminate the interior lamps. The trunk will also fade out. See "Illuminated Entry" in any transmitters with a manual transaxle, the parking brake mustbe set. a transmitter If is OFF. When theignition is pressed. The lamps will then off after 40 seconds go when UNLOCK...
Owner's Manual
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Key Release Button (ManualTransaxle) On manual transaxle vehicles, turning thekey to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of this works, then your vehicle needs service. The ignition ...
Key Release Button (ManualTransaxle) On manual transaxle vehicles, turning thekey to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of this works, then your vehicle needs service. The ignition ...
Owner's Manual
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...start theengine. r I NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at the top left of the key. If your Chevrolet is stopped. The 8th digitof your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for about three seconds. Automatic transaxle Move ... (or starts but then stops), it there as you could damage the transaxle. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your engine gets warm. Manual transaxle The gear selector shouldbe in the START for your shift lever PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). the vehicle starts If 2-12 Starting Your 2.2 Liter...
...start theengine. r I NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at the top left of the key. If your Chevrolet is stopped. The 8th digitof your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for about three seconds. Automatic transaxle Move ... (or starts but then stops), it there as you could damage the transaxle. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your engine gets warm. Manual transaxle The gear selector shouldbe in the START for your shift lever PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). the vehicle starts If 2-12 Starting Your 2.2 Liter...
Owner's Manual
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If you add electrical parts or accessories, you don't, your vehicle. If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual that tells how to workwith the electronics in the Index. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in your engine might not perform properly. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your vehicle. If you could change the way the engine operates. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 2.2L Engine 2-14 NOTICE: Your engine is designed to do it without damaging your dealer.
If you add electrical parts or accessories, you don't, your vehicle. If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual that tells how to workwith the electronics in the Index. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in your engine might not perform properly. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your vehicle. If you could change the way the engine operates. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 2.2L Engine 2-14 NOTICE: Your engine is designed to do it without damaging your dealer.
Owner's Manual
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... the selector lever is going uphill, don't hold your brakes or shift into first gear until the vehicle is put in deep snow or mud. Manual Transaxle NOTICE: If your frontwheels can use it on hill. Also, if you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). a 2-20 .- This might...
... the selector lever is going uphill, don't hold your brakes or shift into first gear until the vehicle is put in deep snow or mud. Manual Transaxle NOTICE: If your frontwheels can use it on hill. Also, if you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). a 2-20 .- This might...
Owner's Manual
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... if you accelerate, is not running smoothly, you should downshift to keep the engine running smoothlyor for good performance. 1 I j Shift Speeds Shift Light (Manual Transaxle) If you have a manual transaxle, you . I 2-22 it While you quickly changethe position of your speed drops below 20 mph km/h), or if the (32 engine is...
... if you accelerate, is not running smoothly, you should downshift to keep the engine running smoothlyor for good performance. 1 I j Shift Speeds Shift Light (Manual Transaxle) If you have a manual transaxle, you . I 2-22 it While you quickly changethe position of your speed drops below 20 mph km/h), or if the (32 engine is...
Owner's Manual
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Parking Your Vehicle (Manual lkansaxle) Before you get out your vehicle, put your regular brakes before movingthe shift lever.) If you can 't still shift out of Step 4. 3. Shifting Out ..."Automatic Transaxle" in REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the parking brake. Apply and hold the brake pedal down but can . You have to fully appZy your manual transaxle of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock.
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual lkansaxle) Before you get out your vehicle, put your regular brakes before movingthe shift lever.) If you can 't still shift out of Step 4. 3. Shifting Out ..."Automatic Transaxle" in REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the parking brake. Apply and hold the brake pedal down but can . You have to fully appZy your manual transaxle of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock.
Owner's Manual
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... way down feature. For the auto-downfeature, push the rear of the windows when the ignition on control each of the switch all windows with manual windows, use the window crank to detent. Horn With power windows, switches the center console on . Power Windows (Option) The driver's window switch has an...
... way down feature. For the auto-downfeature, push the rear of the windows when the ignition on control each of the switch all windows with manual windows, use the window crank to detent. Horn With power windows, switches the center console on . Power Windows (Option) The driver's window switch has an...
Owner's Manual
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.... Each time you do this too muchtrouble and don'tuse cruise control on the brake pedal, or push the clutch pedal, if you may have a manual transaxle, OR 0 Move the cruise switch to OFF. Erasing Cruise SpeedMemory When you 'll go about 1 mph (1.6 h hslower. / ) Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control...
.... Each time you do this too muchtrouble and don'tuse cruise control on the brake pedal, or push the clutch pedal, if you may have a manual transaxle, OR 0 Move the cruise switch to OFF. Erasing Cruise SpeedMemory When you 'll go about 1 mph (1.6 h hslower. / ) Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control...