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Question posted by isagaleri on January 19th, 2014

Cavalier Wheel Spins When Parking Brake Is On

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Owner's Manual - Page 64

... unlock anytime when the opened trunk symbol on , the lamps will lock when DOOR is pressed. See your vehicle, any transmitters with a manual transaxle, the parking brake mustbe set. All doors will also fade out. Battery Replacement Under normal use this systemby other than an authorized servicefacility could void authorization to use...

Owner's Manual - Page 75

... shift lever all the way into the gear you cannot shift out of PARK (P)" in PARK with the (P) parking brake firmlyset. Shift to get out of your vehicle won't move, even when you maintain brakeapplication. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your front wheels. To rock your vehicle whenthe engineis running , the vehicle can 'tmove easily. Don...

Owner's Manual - Page 79

... shift into SECOND (2). Then shift into HRST (1). Also, use REVERSE (R), along with the parking brake, for SECOND (2). You can shift into FIRST (1) when you idle your engine. Then, ... and FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) AND FIFTH ( 3 , the same way you do for parking your vehicle. Then, slowly letup on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. 3 31 If you...

Owner's Manual - Page 81

... and pull up until you can cause on your vehicle. If the ignition is located between the bucket seats. 2-23 Driving with the parking brake can press the release button. ann To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down . Hold therelease button in as you could also damage other parts of your rear...

Owner's Manual - Page 82

... suddenly. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position like this: Hold in hand, your vehicle with you have leftthe engine running, the f vehicle can be injured. is not fully in the Index. 2. If you 're pulling a trailer, f see "Towing a lkailer" in (P) PARK with the parking brake firmly Your vehicle can leave your vehicle...

Owner's Manual - Page 83

... theshift lever is firmly set before you can pull the shift so lever out of the vehicle mayput too much force on the parking pawl in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly And, if you leave After it. You or others could be injured. If you have to . If you have another vehicle push...

Owner's Manual - Page 93

Don't use your brakes, the clutchpedal if you can't drive safely at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping yourfoot on the accelerator.This ... cruise control on slippery roads. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads.On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you can maintain a speedof about 25 mph (40 km/h). 2-35

Owner's Manual - Page 119

... much fuel you're using, and manyother things you know at a glance how your instrument panel are: 1. Fuse Panel 2-61 Tilt Steering Wheel Lever (Option) 5. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 4. Parking Brake Lever 10. Hood Release Lever 12. Instrument Panel Intensity Control 7. Your instrument panel is running. The main components of your vehicle is...

Owner's Manual - Page 126

... with your Enhanced Traction System and yourvehicle may be a problem with your regular brakes. "Brake System See Warning Light" earlier in this part. If the warning light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will not limit wheel spin. If the light doesn't comeon then, haveit fixed so it will stay on...

Owner's Manual - Page 127

... there's a problem with the engine running, and it will come on when you set your parking brake with the system. stays on after the for OVERDRIVE (@)position and the warning light Enhanced Traction System stops limiting wheel spin. Slippery road the system back on, move the shift lever back to Traction System is active...

Owner's Manual - Page 170

... automatic transaxle, it also has an Enhanced Traction System (ETS) that limits wheel spin. system operates only The when the transaxle shift lever is in front of the front wheels spinning or are beginning to limit wheel spin. (a) Using Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. You may feel or hear the system working ,or you may feel...

Owner's Manual - Page 171

... use the other than even the very best braking. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you move shift...parking brake is fully released, this warning light on, the system will take much more can operate only when the transaxle shift leveris in the THIRD (3) or OVERDRIVE (a)position. It will come on to limit no wheel spin. With anti-lock, youcan steer and brake...

Owner's Manual - Page 176

... second skid if it occurs. If you want to much throttle causes the driving wheels spin. It is important to conditions. to accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you... suitedto existing conditions, and by shifting a lower to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (including engine braking by not "overdriving" those conditions. And in the acceleration skid, too much speed or...

Owner's Manual - Page 191

...Then, shut the engine off andclose the window almost all the way to unlock the steering wheel, see "Ignition Switch'' in the Index. 4-29 Follow these steps: 1. This will...wheels on the driver's side of the vehicle anddo some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or until help keep your battery from draining while towing. 4. so Towing Your Vehicle from the cold. Set the parking brake...

Owner's Manual - Page 192

... replace the CLS/PCM fuse in the instrument panel fuse block. Set the parking brake. 6. When youare finished towing, makesure you have a four-speed automatic a...wheel in a straight-ahead position with all four wneels on the driver's sideof the instrument panel. This will keep your transaxle to unlock the steering wheel. 3. Follow these steps: r 5. Release the parking brake...

Owner's Manual - Page 202

...system and brake adjustment. Drive slowly until the trailer is neither designed intended to see that are especially important trailer in operation are tight. 4-40 Your Cavalier is ...have someone pick up on this manual, and the Index will need service more on the brake pedal. 3. Release the parking brake. 2. Shift into a gear; and 0 Towing A Trailer (Except Models with 2.4L Engine...

Owner's Manual - Page 212

... separate safety chains when towing it has been liftedby the tow truck. Use T-hooks instead. The transaxle should be clamped in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released. The steering wheel should be tightly secured with a clamping device designed for towing service.Do not use the vehicle's steering column lockfor this. I A CAUTION: A vehicle can...

Owner's Manual - Page 225

...If a tire goes rlat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by steering the way you wantthe vehicle to go. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Gently brake to a stop well out of the tire farthest ...But if you can still steer. If a tire goes flat, thenext part shows how to use in PARK (P), or shift a manual transaxle to a level place. It may be even more likely to change...

Owner's Manual - Page 338

... is in PARK ( ) P. Firmly apply the parking brake (see "Parking if Brake" in PARK (P)or NEUTRAL (N). Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn to the floor. Brake-Tkansaxle Shift Interlock... NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to start the engine. Turn the steering wheel to the left and to move the shift...

Owner's Manual - Page 340

... hoses for damaged, loose or missing parts, signswear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect all pipes, department or other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. replace as needed . Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for proper hook-up...