Chevrolet 1994 manual

1994 CAVALIER OWER'S MANUAL[...]

OChevrolet Cavalier I994 Owner’s Manual Table of Contents I Part I Part 2 Part 3 Seats & Restraint Systems.................. 1.,1 Features & Controls.. ........................... 41 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems.... 91 Part 4 Your Driving and the Road ................ 107 Part 5 Problems on the Road ....................... 127 Par[...]

Important Notes About this Manual Please keep this manual in your Chevrolet, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the produ[...]

The Heritage of Chevrolet ..................... ,, The dynamic William C. ‘%illy” Durant shifted gears from making carriages to I making cars, forming half of the team I that gave birth to Chevrolet. I Fii[...]

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The 1957 Chevy started a romance with the American public-and was powered by an I available &el-injected V8. I I '60s automotive excitement included Chevrolet landmarks like the Corvette Sting Ray, the sporty Camaro, and powerplants like the legendary 327 V8. I I I I Your new Chevrolet continues a tradition of quality and value.[...]

Using Your 7994 Chevrolet Owner’s Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. There are nine parts with thumb-[...]

Part 8: Customer Assistance Information This part includes important information about reporting safety defects and gives you details about the “Roadside Assistance” program. You will also find customer satisfaction phone numbers (including customer satisfaction numbers for the hearing and speech impaired) as well as the mediation/ arbitration [...]

How to Use this Manual In the gray caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others could be hurt. You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means: Don’t Don’t do this Don’t let this[...]

Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: Caution Possible lnjuty Protect Eyes by Shielding Caustic Battery Acid Could Cause Burns Avoid Sparks or Flames Spark or Flame Could Explode Battery These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever[...]

How to Use this Manual These symbols are on some of your controls: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster Rear Window Defogger Ventilating Fan These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Fuel Engine Oil Pressure Brake Anti-Lock Brakes p3 Here are some other symbols you[...]

Here YOU’II find information about the seats in your Chevrolet and how to use your safety belts properly . You can also learn about some things you should not do with safety belts . Part I Seats & Restraint Systems Seats and Seat Controls ............................................................................................ 12 Safety Be[...]

Seats & Restraint Systems Stas and Stat Controls This section tells you about the seats- how to adjust thern-and &a about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. m=m 12 Manual Front Seat Move the lever under the front seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body, to [...]

I 1 Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some vehicles and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. On some models, the head restraints tilt forward and rearward also.[...]

C I:s & F - - lraint Systems Manual 4-WayAdjustWe Drker’s Seat (opnouj There are two levers at the front of the seat. The left lever adjusts the seat forward arrd back. The right lever adjusts the angle of the front of the seat. To Adjust the Seat% Forward and Rearward Movement: Lift the left lever up and adjust the sed forward or back. Then [...]

Easy-Enfry Seaf (RS 2-DOOR AND 2-24 MODELS) The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat. When you push down on the rear latch and tilt the right front seatback fully forward, the whole seat will slide forward. After someone gets into the rear seat area, move the right front seatback to its original position[...]

Seats & Restraint Systems To Lower the Split Folding Rear Seat: 1. There is a release lever on the side of each seat. Pull the release lever forward and pull the seatback forward and down. 2. Push down on the filler panel and the 1 seatback so they lock into a level position. To Raise the Split Folding Rear Seat: 1. Push down on the edge of the[...]

Safety Belts: They’re For Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. This figure lights up as a reminder to buckle up. (See Safety Belt Warning Light in the Index.) In many states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s[...]

Seats & Restraint Systems 2. When the bike hits the block, it stops. But the child keeps going! Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. 1. For example, if the bike is going 10 mph (16 km/h). so is the child. 3. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. 4. Put someone on it. &ap[...]

7. or the instrument panel ... 8. or the safety belts! 4 :” With safety belts,. you slow down as the You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. v6Kicle d&~i;~&!&~ h&. ‘m&t&sQp, HereAre Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts - and the Answer[...]

~~ Seats & Restraint Systc Safety Belt Warning light When the key is turned to Run or Start, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for 20 seconds, then it will flash for an additional 55[...]

Driver Position This section describes the driver’s restraint system. Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt This safety belt is called “automatic” because you don’t have to buckle up when you get into your vehicle. And you don’t have to unbuckle when you get out. Just get into your vehicle. Then close and lock the door. Adjust the seat (to see how,[...]

I Seats & Restraint The lap belt should be worn as low on :he hips as possible. In a crash, this lpplies force to the strong pelvic bones. 2nd you’d be less likely to slide under :he lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. rhis could cause serious or even fatal njuries. The shoulder belt should go Iver the [...]

'1 To reattach the automatic belt: 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see Seats in the Index) so you can sit up straight. belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. 1. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it cliclts. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull th[...]

... 24 Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the ani. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times: . ,... .. Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. Safety Belt Use During Prepncy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be serio[...]

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Seats & Restraint Systems Pear Seat Outside Passenger Dositions Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have ap-shoulder belts. Here's how to wear me properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. until it clicks. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle If the belt stops before[...]

To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would a[...]

.I Seats & Restraint Systems There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat. You will find them tucked in between the seatback and the interior body, about half-way down the edge of the seatback. Here is how you should install the comfort guide on the shoulder belts: 1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of[...]

r 4. Buckle the belt around the child, and make sure that both the lap belt and the shoulder belt are secured properly. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. See Safety Belts, Rear Seat Passengers in the Index. i To remove and store the comfort guides, just perform these steps in reverse order. Squeeze the belt edges together so th[...]

Seats & Restraint Systems To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be[...]

I Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury. The instructions that come with the i[...]

Seats & Restraint Systems Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Chevrolet dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it. For cars first sold in Canada, child restraints with a top strap mu[...]

5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the I shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. I 1 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to w[...]

Seats & Restraint Systems 34 1, Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. as the instructions say. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The[...]

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat To use a child restraint here, you will need a special infant/child seat attaching belt and the hardware that goes with it. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Your dealer can get this and install the hardware for you. It's free. The special belt is GM P[...]

Seats & Restraint Systems 1. Unbuckle the automatic lap-shoulder belt by pushing the button on the buckle. It will stay on the door, ready to be rebuckled for use by adults or older children. Once the special hardware is installed, 2. Snap one hook of the infant/child please follow the instructions with it seat attaching belt near the floor at [...]

4. You can make the belt longer by tilting the buckle and pulling it along the belt. 5. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 6. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 7. Run the belt through or around the child restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 8. Put [...]

2. Push the spring on the hook near the door and remove the special belt. Put the belt away in a safe place in your vehicle, so it won’t fly around in a crash and injure someone. Remember to reattach the automatic belt again, once the child restraint is removed. Be sure it isn’t twisted. Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restrain[...]

Q: What if ,ab child .$, . . :. ..: is wearing a lap- ’ shouldet belt, tjdi the is s& I -, small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have t[...]

Seats & Restraint Systems 4 Safety Belt Eaeder If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. The automatic lap-shoulder belt has plenty of extra length built in, so it will fasten around almost all people. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When yo[...]

Here you can learn about the many standard and' optional features on your Chevrolet. and information on starting. shifiing and braking; Also explained are the instrument panel and the :warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly-and what to do if you have a problem . ........ ;? Keys .......................................[...]

Features & Controls ?he ignition keys are for the ignition IdY. :he door keys are for the doors and all Ither locks. Vhen a new Chevrolet is delivered, the lealer removes the plugs from the keys, nd gives them to the first owner. Iach plug has a code on it that tells our dealer or a qualified locksmith .ow to male extra keys. Keep the plugs I a[...]

NOTICE: Your Chevrolet has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have extra keys. ~ rhere are several ways to lock and dock your vehicle. From the Outside: Use your door le[...]

Power Door Locks You can lock or unlock all doors of your vehicle from the driver or passenger door lock switch. On 4-door models, the switch on each rear door works only that door’s lock. It won’t lock (or unlock) all of the doors-that’s a safety feature. www 44 Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on the ignition. If you have[...]

Features & Controls Remote Trunk Release (OPTION) Pull upward on the remote release handle, located on the floor near the left side of the driver’s seat, to release the trunk lid. Lockout Feature: The remote trunk release is equipped with a lockout feature to help prevent unauthorized entry into the trunk when the vehicle is unattended. The s[...]

Remote Liltgate Release (WAGON) Press the yellow liftgate release button located in the glove box to release the liftgate. The automatic transaxle must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral) for the liftgate lock release to work. With a manual transaxle, the parking brake must be set. Glove Box To open, pinch the handle. neft Vehicle theft is big business, [...]

Illuminated EntryExit System When you lift the handle of either front door, the lights inside your vehicle will go on. (On the wagon, the rear compartment light will not go on when the doors are opened.) These lights will go off after about 40 seconds, or when the ignition is turned on. For two minutes after you remove the key from the ignition, th[...]

Features & Controls Key in the rgnition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves - so don’t do it. When you park your Chevrolet and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your ley from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this[...]

Convenience Net (OPTION) Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. Unclip a corner of the convenience net to fit larger objects behind the net, then reclip i[...]

Features & Controls RUN .Ignition Switch With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions: Accessory: An “on” position in which you cm operate your electrical power accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you. Lock The only positiop in which you can remove the key. Th[...]

Key Release Button (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is used. To Remove the Key: Turn the key to the Off position. Press the key release button while turning the key from Off to Lock. Keeping your finger on the button, pull the key straight out. Starting Your Engine Follow the prop[...]

Features & Controls NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have yo[...]

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Chevrolet dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. .Autom[...]

Features & Controls Ensure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) range before starting the engine. Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P (Park) when the ignition ley is in the Run position. If you cannot shift out of P (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever[...]

Neutral N (Neutral): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheel: To restart when you’re already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Also, use N wher your vehicle is being towed. I NOTICE: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty. Forward Gears [...]

Features & Controls 1 (First Gear): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than 2. You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in 1, the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough. NOTICE: If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try[...]

3,4 and 5 (Third, Fourth and Fifth Gears): Shift into 3,4 and 5 the same way you do for 2. Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To Stop: Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to N (Neutral). N (Neutral): Use thi[...]

Features & Controls Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located between the bucket seats. To Set the Parking Brake: Hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. J To Release the Parking Brake: Hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up [...]

2. Move the shift lever into the P (Park) position like this: Hold in the button on the lever, and push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle. 3. Move the ignition key to Lock. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in P (Park). Leaving Yqur[...]

Features & Controls Shifting Out of P (Park) (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE) Your Cheyrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P (Park) when the ignition is in the Run position. See the Index under Automatic Transaxb. If you cannot shift out of P (Park), ease pressure on the shift [...]

Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine while You’re Parked (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See Shifting Into P (Park) in the Index.[...]

Features & Controls Windows On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window crank to open and close each window. i Le I Power Windows (OPTION) With power windows, switches on the center console control each of the windows when the ignition is on. In addition, in 4-door models, each rear passenger door has a control switch for its own window. T[...]

Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn pad on your steering wheel. Tilt Steering Wheel (OPTION) A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the [...]

Features & Controls Operation of Lights Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog lamps, side marker lights and taillights) meets all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lights,[...]

Headlights I'urn the band marked -:a- to PC to turn on: . Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights I'urn the band marked -:a- to OFF to turn off the lights. Turn the band marked -a- to go to turn on: Headlights Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Turn the band marked -n- to OFF to tur[...]

Features & Controls The high beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight when: The ignition is on The headlight switch is off, and The parking brake is released. When you turn on your headlights, the DRL will switch off and the exterior lights will come on. When you turn off the headlights, the exterior lights will go out and[...]

Instrument Panel Intensity Control You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by moving the control lever up or down. - - E 1 1 1 I 1 j 1 1 1 1 Dome Light To turn on the dome light, move the lever all the way up. [n the DOOR position the illuminated :ntry/exit system is activated. To turn 3ff all interior lights, move the lever to OFF. r[...]

Features & Controls .. .. .... :. .a ....... ....... .. .a1 . . ... ...... .' .. .. . ._ .. ., ... .1 _. .. ... .. Rear Compartment Light (WAGON) To turn on the rear compartment light, press the button located on the light. To Replace the Bulb Grasp the center front and center rear portion of the housing and squeeze firmly but gently. The [...]

c II Intermittent Windshield Wipers (OPTION) If your vehicle has intermittent windshield wipers, you can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Move the stalk to DEL, then rotate the band marked DELAY to choose the delay you want. Rotate the band up for shorter delay times betwee[...]

Features & Controls NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to- use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. *Fill [...]

3. Push in the SET button at the end of 4. Take your foot off the accelerator the lever and release it. pedal. I I To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutch pedal. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mp[...]

Features & Controls To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll [...]

Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat Adjust this mirror by hand so that you just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. #- I Remote Control Mirror The driver side outside mirror should be adjusted with [...]

. . ..- I SUR visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. Features & Controls Cup Holder To use the cup holder, slide it out from the dash. Use the right side for larger containers.[...]

Ashtrays and lighter To open the center console ashtray, lift the lid. To clean the ashtray, pull up on the LIFT tab along the left edge. To use the lighter, just push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back out by itself. NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t[...]

Features & Controls E a tl 76 ro Open the Sunroof: W, down on the latch release handle nd then push it forward and up until he glass panel locks into place. ro Remove the Sunroof Glass Panel:. . With the. sunroaf open, press up on the glass .release tab; located inside the latch release handle. deflector will automatically pap up. I, Li€t the[...]

Store the glass panel in the special storage bag in the trunk. 4. If you have the optional fold-down rear seat, you can secure the storage bag containing the glass panel to the trunk anchors using the straps provided. 77"'[...]

Features & Controls To Install the Sunroof Glass Panel: 1. Center the glass panel upright on the weatherstrip. Then line up the hinges on the panel with the slots in the roof opening. 2. Push forward on the rear edge of the glass while lowering the panel. Do not force a hinge if it binds in a slot. Reposition the glass panel and start again. 3.[...]

Roof Luggage Carrier (WAGON, OPTION) If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats attached to the roof, side rails, and tiedowns. NOTICE: Loading cargo that weighs more than 125 pounds (57 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry large things, never let[...]

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The Instrument Panel- Your Information System Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. The main components of your instrument panel are: 1. Side Vent 2. Instrume[...]

Features & Controls 2.2L L4 CLUSTER CHECK CAVALIER & TEMP ,E$ ', F' Instrument Panel Clusters Your Chevrolet is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which include indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Be sure to read about those that apply to the instrument panel cluster for[...]

I 3.1L V6 CLUSTER If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be. But if it can’t, then it’s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed. Trip Odometer (3. I L v6 ENGINE) The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has[...]

Features & Controls Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This section describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warni[...]

It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank. The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up. The gage doesn’t go back to E when you turn off the igniti[...]

Features & Controls II I CHECK L I I ... 86 Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. Then it should go out. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. [...]

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With anti-lock, this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the light stays on, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light comes on and stays on when[...]

Features & Controls ~~ I CHECK -1 Malfunction lndicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If i[...]

r c CHECK ’ OAGES NOLANT J D)(8, I Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when yo1 are starting the engine. If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones. This light will also come on when the fuel level is low, 1 to 3 gallons (3.8 to liters) Oil Warning Lig[...]

Features & Controls e oil PfeSSUI'e Gage (3.7L V6 ENGINE) The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil presure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in 1tPa. Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature, and oil viscosity, but readings above the red warning zone in[...]

In this part you'll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Chevrolet. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. Part 3 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Climate Control System .......................................................................................[...]

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems I Climate Control System Nith this system, you can control the rentilation and heating in your vehicle. four vehicle also has the flow-through Jentilation system described later in this rection. Lever Controls: The upper lever :hanges the functions of your system. rhe lower lever changes the temperature If the a[...]

Air Conditioning System (OPTION) The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while using them. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Lever Controls: The upper lever changes the functions of your system. The lower lever changes the temperature of the air coming through[...]

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems HTR (Heater): Use this setting to direct most of the air flow through the heater ducts, and some through the windshield defroster vents. If you have the optional engine coolant heater and use it during cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or lower, your heating system will more quickly provide heat because the engine coo[...]

Rear Window Defogger (owlonr) The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Press the button and an indicator light will glow. The defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use. If you turn it on again, the defogger will operate for about five minutes only. You can also turn the defogger off b[...]

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. In cold weather, turn the blower fan to HI for a few moments before driving off. This helps cl[...]

If- 71 c VSEEKA 1234sET I ILSCANA I' I No matter which audio system you have in your vehicle, setting the clock is easy. 1. With the ignition on and the radio on or off, press SET. The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen for five seconds. 2. You must begin to set the clock to the correct hour and minute during those five seconds. I[...]

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems BASS: Slide this lever up to increase bass, or down to decrease it. SEEK A: Press to seek and stop on the next station higher or lower on the radio band. SCAN: Press both SEEK buttons together to listen for a few seconds to the next station on the AM or FM band; the scan will continue every few seconds to the ne[...]

- PWR-VOL TREBLE AM/FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Player The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions. PWR-VOL (Power-Volume) : With the ignition on, rotate the upper lmob to turn the system on and off, and to control the volum[...]

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET. The word SET will appear on the digital display for five seconds. 3. While SET is displayed, press one of the four pushbuttons. Whenever you press this button again, the preset station will be tuned in. 4. Repeat steps 1-3 for each of the four AM and four FM stations[...]

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Comfort Concr 5 & Audio Systems 102 4. Repeat steps 1-3 for each of five AM Compact Disc Player Many of the controls for the radio also have functions for the compact disc player, as explained here. Don’t use mini-discs that are called singles. They won’t eject. Use only full- size compact discs. 1. Turn the PWR-VOL knob to turn on the powe[...]

and start again when you turn on the ignition or the PWR-VOL button. The disc will begin playing at the point where it had been stopped. ST-PL (Stop-Play): Press to stop the disc player; the radio will play. Press again to play the disc (the player will start playing the disc where it had stopped earlier). EJCT (Eject): Press to eject the disc; the[...]

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems 8. Press the TUNE knob. If the display shows "- - -," the radio is unsecured and will play again. If the display shows SEC, the steps were not successful and the numbers did not match the secret code. If you lose or forget your code, see your dealer. If you lose battery power, when the battery is recon[...]

quality, try cleaning the tape player. Proper tape player cleaning should be done with a wiping action nonabrasive cleaner cassette. To properly clean your tape player, you should follow the directions on the cleaning cassette. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always verify that the cassette tape is in good[...]

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Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions . We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving . 107 Part 4 Your Driving and the Road Defensive Drlvmg 108 Drunken Driving ..................................................................................................... 108 Con[...]

Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Chevrolet: Buclde up. (See Safety Belts in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always exp[...]

According to the American Medical Association, a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 H ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gi[...]

Your Driving and the Road true for brain, spinal cord and heart injuries. That means that if anyone who has been drinking - driver or passenger - is in a crash, the chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if that person had not been drinking. And we’ve already seen that the chance of a crash itself is higher for drinking dri[...]

And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road (whether it’s pavement or gravel); the condition of the road (wet, dry, icy); tire tread; and the condition of your brakes. Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts - heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking - rather than keeping pace with tra[...]

Your Driving and the Road And you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little while this is going on. This is the ABS system testing itself. If there’s a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light will stay on or flash. See Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index. Here’s how anti-lock wo[...]

Braking in Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will ta[...]

Your Driving and the Road P .. Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can De more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by bra[...]

Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the [...]

Your Driving and the Road If you’re being passed, make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you can ease a little to the right. Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the[...]

Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired - by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights behind [...]

Your Driving and the Road Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if[...]

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Your Driving and the Road Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the pr[...]

Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you’re not fresh - such as after a day’s work - don[...]

Your Driving and the Road Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and[...]

4 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Chevrolet in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flash[...]

Your Driving and the Road I.. Whatever the condition - smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow - drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a [...]

Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, malte it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with [...]

Your Driving and the Road n 0 Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear I NOTICE: Do not tow your vehicle from the rear. Your vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Towing A Trailer Your Chevrolet is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer.[...]

Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road . Part 5 Problems on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers ....................................................................................... 128 Jump Starting .......................................................................................................... 128 To[...]

Problems on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off. Move the switch to the right to male your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what posi[...]

NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your Chevrolet by pushing or pulling it could damage your vehicle, even if you have a manual transaxle. And if you have an automatic transaxle, it won’t start that way. To Jump Start Your Chevrolet: 1. Check the [...]

Problems on the Road 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don’t[...]

7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable[...]

Problems on the Road - A B I Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a xofessional towing service tow your Zhevrolet. The usual towing equipment :A) Sling-type tow truck :B) Wheel-lift tow truck C) Car carrier f your vehicle has been changed or nodified since it was factory-new by ldding aftermarket items like fog lamps, iero skirting, or sp[...]

When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in N (Neutral) and the parking brake released. Don’t have your vehicle towed on the fr[...]

Problems on the Road NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascia damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. NOTICE: Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehi[...]

Towing from the Rear- Vehicle Hook-up Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in Towing Your Vehicle earlier in this section. Also be sure to use the proper hook-up for your particular vehicle. All Models: 1. Attach T-hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the bottom of the frame rail just ahead of the rear [...]

Problems on the Road All Models: NOTICE: Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment. To help avoid damage, install a towing dolly and raise vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and/or wheel-lift equipment. Do not attach winch cabl[...]

I NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. If No Steam Is Coming From your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too ho[...]

Problems on the Road The coolant level should be at or above FULL COLD. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. I.. ’ 138 NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. If there seems to be no leak, check[...]

The coolant level should be at or above FULL COLD. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. I. NOTICE: ’ I ._I Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. If there seems to be no leak, check to see if the elect[...]

Problems on the Road I NOTICE: I In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there's one more thing you can try. You can add the [...]

I I 2.2L ] How to Add Coolant to the 2.21 14 Engne at the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss,[...]

Problems on the Road 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to FULL COLD. I m.4 142 II- m 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7. By this time the coolant level inside the rad[...]

II R 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At anj time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on pressure cap line up like this. How to Add Coolant to the 3.7L V6 €ngine at the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at[...]

Problems on the Road 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.[...]

3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix, up to the FULL COLD mark. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 5. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add[...]

Problems on the Road If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid a[...]

1. If you have carpeting, pull it back from the floor of the trunk or rear area. 2. Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare tire housing counterclockwise to remove it, then lift the tire cover. You will find the jacking instructions label on the underside of the tire cover. .. 3. If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire housing lid h[...]

Problems on the Road 5. Remove the band around the jack. Turn the jack handle cloclnvise to raise the jack head a few inches. For 2-24 Models: On 2-24 models, a cover plate must be removed to access the wheel nuts. Remove the cover plate using the flat end of a wheel wrench. 7. Using the wheel wrench, remove the plastic cap nuts and loosen all the [...]

8. Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame which the jack head fits in (A). The front notch is 9" (23 cm) back from the rear wheel well. The rear notch is 8" (20 cm) forward from the rear wheel well. If your vehicle has flared side moldings, both front and rear notches are 18" (46 cm) from the wheel wells. I ~~ ~ ~~ 9. Position [...]

Problems on the Road J 12. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Place the spare on the mounting surface. F 13. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 14. Lower the vehicle by rotating the jack handle count[...]

15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence, as shown. Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover and plastic cap nuts in the trunk or rear area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. IICE: I Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel [...]

Problems on the Road Don’t use your compact spare on some other vehicle. And don’t mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare and its wheel together. NOTICE: Tire chains won’t fit your compact spare. Using them will damage your vehicle and destroy the chains too. Don’t use tire chains on yo[...]

Here you will find information about the care of your Chevrolet . This part begins with service and fuel information. and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels . There is also technical information about your vehicle. and a section devoted to its appearance care . Part 6 Service and Appearance Care Service ................[...]

Service & Appearance Care .I I. Service Your Chevrolet dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of thes[...]

If you’re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’s normal, and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means y[...]

.. Service & Appearance Care Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corr[...]

I While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. Be careful not. to spill gasohe: Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Cleaning the Outside of Your Chevrolet in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks. NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right typ[...]

Service & Appearance Care Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood release handle to the right. t Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Use the prop rod sleeve when handli[...]

Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. Then just let the hood down and close it firmly.[...]

Service & Appearance Care 2.21 L4 Engine CODE^) When you open the hood, you’ll see: 1. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 4. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if 6. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7. Battery 8. Air Cleaner 9. Engine Oil Dipstick, Engi[...]

3.7L V6 Engine (CODE TI When you open the hood, you’ll see: 1. Coolant Surge Tank 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 4. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if 6. Battery 7. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 8. Air Cleaner 9. Engine Oil Fill Cap IO. Engine Oil Dipstick (if equipped) equip[...]

Service & Appearance Care Engine Oil If the oil warning light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see Engine Oil Warning Light in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. It’s a good idea to check your engine oil eve[...]

2.2L L4: Adding Engine Oil 3.1 L V6: Addlng Engine Oil What Kind of Oil to Use Beginning midyear 1993, oils of the ?roper quality for your vehicle will be .dentified with this new “starburst” iymbol. The “starburst” symbol ndicates that the oil has been certified ~y the American Petroleum Institute (API) , and is preferred for use in your g[...]

I. Service & Appearance Care use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 1OW-40 or SAE 20W-50. If you cannot find oils with the new “starburst” symbol on the front of the container, you should look for and use oi[...]

Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) An engine coolant heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder. If your vehicle has this option, see Engine Coolant Heater in the Index. What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your[...]

Service & Appearance Care 2.2L L4: Air Filter Replacement To check or replace the filter, remove the two wing nuts and lift the cover. Be sure to reinstall the air cleaner filter and replace the cover tightly. 3.1 L V6 (Except 2-24): Air Filter Replacement To check or replace the filter, remove the three wing nuts and lift the cover. Be sure to[...]

I Automatic Transaxle Fluid 1 When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid. See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index. How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose t[...]

Service & Appearance Care 2.2L L4: Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid 3.1 L V6: Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid . 168 How to Add fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring [...]

Manual Transaxle Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. However, the fluid in your manual transaxle doesn't require changing. How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at a Chevrolet dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure[...]

~~ ~ Service & Appearance Care 170 I Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch in your vehicle is self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid. It isn’t a good idea to “top off” your clutch fluid. Adding fluid won’t correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the s[...]

NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Adding Coolant-2.2L 14 Engine To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be[...]

Dl ~ ~~ ~~ ~ Service & Appearance Care ID Adding Coolant -3. IL V6 Engine To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD, or a little higher. To Add Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the surge tank. I72 Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type [...]

I Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be near the H mark. When the engine compartment is cool, the level sho[...]

Service & Appearance Care NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to- use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. [...]

Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only, and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it. I NOTICE: DOT-5 silicone brake fluid can Don’t let someone put in the damage your vehicle. Don’t use it. wrong kind of fluid. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage[...]

Service & Appearance Care If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal, your rear drum brakes may need adjustment. Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times. Replacing Brake System Pa& The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts ha to be of top quality and work well we together if the ve[...]

Headlight Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see the Index under Replacement Bulbs. 1. Turn the lock ring clockwise until the flanges align with the slots in the housing. Then pull the ring back from the housing. 2. Pull out the bulb assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb base from the socket by lifting the plastic locking tab. 4. Snap a new bulb int[...]

__~ Service & Appearance Care 2-Door Models: 1. Pull the carpet back from the corner and remove the plastic wing nuts. If you have the optional convenience net, first unhook the net from the retainer and remove the retainer knob. Both 4-DOOr and 2-Door Models: 2. From outside the vehicle, gently pull back on the taillight housing. 3. Press the [...]

3. Pull back gently on the taillight housing. 4. Press the bulb housing tab, rotate the housing counterclockwise % turn and remove it. i. To remove the bulb, push the bulb in, and rotate it counterclockwise. 5. Push in the new bulb and turn it cloclnvise. 7. Reverse all steps to reassemble the taillight housing. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement R[...]

Service & Appearance Care I Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how nuch weight it may properly carry. The rire-Loading Information label found In the rear edge of the driver's door .ells you the proper size, speed rating md recommended inflation pressures or the tires on your vehicle. It also :ives you important informati[...]

Tires We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Chevrolet. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufa[...]

Service & Appearance Care Inflation-Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile. NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that[...]

When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don't forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 1tPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially if you have radial tires - which may look properly inflated even if they&ap[...]

Service & Appearance Care TREAD WEAR INDICATORS When It’s Time for New Tires 3ne way to tell when it’s time for new ;ires is to check the treadwear ndicators, which will appear when your ;ires have only %Z inch (1.6 mm) or less If tread remaining. llou need a new tire if: m You can see the indicators at three or m You can see cord or fabric[...]

Uniform Tire Qualify Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on th[...]

Service & Appearance Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels aligned again. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or t[...]

I Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains . .. NOTICE: If your Chevrolet has P195/70R14, P195/65R15 or P205/60R15 size tires, don’t use tire chains; they can damage your vehicle. If you have other tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install the[...]

Service & Appearance Care Never use these to clean your vehicle: Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous - some more than others - and they can all damage your vehicle, too. NOTICE: Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In ma[...]

NOTICE: Be careful with a hair dryer or heat lamp. You could scorch the fabric. Wipe with a clean cloth. Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. If you need to use a solvent: Gently scrape excess soil from the trim mate[...]

Service & Appearance Care 190 Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a solvent-type vinyl cleaner. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Us[...]

Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@ (GM Part No. 1050011). The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Wiper blades should be checked on a re[...]

Service & Appearance Care To clean white bumper covers, first use Tar and Oil Remover. If the dark areas are still visible, whiten with White Sidewall Tire Cleaner, such as GM Part No. 1050174. Finish Care of Tdred SurJace Bumper Covers To touch up any small spots after regular washing, use a solvent-type fabric cleaner such as GM Part No. 1050[...]

Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in [...]

Service & Appearance Care I khicle Identification Number This is the legal identifier for your Chevrolet. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts l[...]

NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your Chevrolet unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Fuses & Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your v[...]

Service & Appearance Care Vse Usage 1 196 Fuse INST LPS ECM DR UNLK CIG LTR RDO 2 GAUGES PIUTURN HTR-A/C WIPER F/P RDO 1 CTSY WDO CRUISE TURN-B/U S/LP FTP ACC HDLP Rating (AMP.) 5 10 10 15 10 10 15 25 25 10 10 15 30 10 15 20 20 30 20 Circuitry Instrument Panel Lamps Electronic Control Module, Fuel Injectors Automatic Door Unlock (Remove to Disa[...]

Headlight Wiring The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the fuseblock. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlight system checked right away. To access the headlight circuit breaker, squeeze the plastic clip together and remove. Windshield Wip[...]

Service & Appearance Care Capacities & Specifications Engine Crankcase .......................................................................................... 4.0 quarts When changing filter, up to 0.5 quart (0.5 liter) more oil may be needed. Automatic Transaxle ...........................................................................[...]

, Fluids & Lubricants ITEM APPLICATION GM PART NUMBER Antifreeze Coolant ...................................... .Year-Round Antifreeze for (Ethylene Glycol Base) Coolant Mixtures ........................................ 1052753 Chassis Lubricant (Grease Gun Insert) ..... General Chassis Lube, etc. ........................... 1052497 Delco Supre[...]

. Replacement Bulbs OUTSIDE LIGHTS BULB Back-up Lights .......................................................................... 1156 Front Parkinflurn Signal Lights ............................................ 2357NA Inside (Carpet Covered) ......................................................... 1141 Center High Mount Stoplight Inside (Pedestal[...]

BULB INSIDE LIGHTS Dome Light Dome/Reading Light Wagon Rear Compartment and Base ..................................... 562 Front ....................................................................................... 168 Rear ......................................................................................... 194 Heater & A/C Control .....[...]

Service & Appearance Care I.. Engine Specifications VIN Engine Code ..................................................................... Type .......................................................................................... Displacement ........................................................................... Compression Ratio ... .[...]

This part covers the maintenance required for your Chevrolet . Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety. dependability and emission control performance . Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties . See your Chevrolet dealer for details . Part 7 Maintenance Schedule Section Introduction[...]

Maintenance Schedule BB A Word About Maintenance We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in maltin[...]

inspections that your Chevrolet dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. “Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their equivalents, should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done. ?[...]

Maintenance Schedule Schedule I Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is MAINLY driven under one or more of the following conditions: When most trips are less than 4 miles When most trips are less than 10 (6 km). miles (16 ltm) and outside temperatures remain below freezing. When most trips include extended idling and/or frequent low-speed operation, a[...]

The services shown on this chart up to 60,000 miles (100 000 km) should be performed after 60,000 miles at the same intervals. MILES (000) KILOMETERS (000) 3 16 19 112115118121 124127130133136139142145148151 154157160 .I 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.1 IIIIIIIII.IIIIII'IIII. IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII 207 C[...]

Maintenance Schedule Schedule /I Follow Schedule I1 ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply. * = An Emission Control Service. t = The US. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit [...]

r The services shown on this chart up to 60,000 miles (1 00 000 km) should be performed after 60,000 miles at the same intervals. I MILES (000) 5 17.5 I 10 I 15 I 20 (22.51 25 I 30 I 35 137.51 40 I 45 I 50 152.51 55 I 60 8 112.51 16 I 25 I 32 137.51 40 I 50 I 56 162.51 64 I 75 183.5187.5( 92 I 100 KILOMETERS (000) .[...]

Maintenance Schedule Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I and Schedule 11. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else[...]

6, Transaxle Service - For manual transaxles, fluid doesn’t require changing. See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index. For automatic transaxles, change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regula[...]

Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks and Services hted below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, lependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. 3e sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your ve[...]

CHECK OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO Check tire inflation. Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire-Loading further details. Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 15 hours of tape play. See Audio Systems in the Index for further details. Tire Inflation Information label located on the rear edge of the driver’s door. [...]

Maintenance Schedule At Leasf Once a Year CHECK - - - OR SERVICE Key Lock Cylinders Body Lubrication Starter Switch Bralte-Transaxle Shift Interlock - BTSI (Automatic Transaxle) - z A WHAT TO DO Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D. Lubricate all body door hinges, rear compartment or tailgate. Also lubricate al[...]

CHECK I OR SERVICE Steering Column Lock Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle P (Park) Mechanism Check WHAT TO DO While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. With an automatic transaxle, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in P (Park) . With a manual transaxle, the key[...]

Maintenance Schedule Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let Jour GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. [...]

Maintenance Schedule Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants VOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. ~~ ~ USAGE Engine Oil Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System ~~~~ ~ Hydraulic Clutch System Power Steering System Manual Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylin[...]

Maintenance Schedule USAGE Automatic Transaxle Shift Linkage Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Chassis Lubrication Windshield Washer Solvent Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and Spring b. Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges, Fuel Door Hinge, Rear Compartment Lid Hinges, Wagon Tailgate Hinge, Rear Folding seat Weatherstrips Anchor FLUlD/LUBRICANT Engine oil. E[...]

Section E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, insert the numbers from the Schedule I or Schedule I1 maintenance charts which correspond to the maintenance performed. Also, you should[...]

Maintenance Schedule DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MA/WENA/UC€ PERFORMED 220[...]

Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance . This part also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety Part 8 Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure ........................................................................... 222 Customer Assistance for Hearing or Sp[...]

Customer Assistance Information Customer Sati#action Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Chevrolet. Normally, any concern with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by yo1 Sales or Service Departments Sometimes, however, despite intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings ca[...]

Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices. When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealership's facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a con[...]

Customer Assistance Information "This program may not be available in all states, depending on state law. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance information booklet. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. unsuccessful, an informal hearing[...]

4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS: In addition to notlfying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope ~0~~11 notify us. Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P. 0. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007-7047 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (Eng[...]

Customer Assistance Information Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retail purchasers of 1994 Chevrolet/Geo passenger car and light duty trucks. Courtesy Transport[...]

Service Publications Information on how to obtain Product Service Publications and Indexes as described below is applicable only in thc fifty U.S. states (and the District of Columbia) and only for cars and light trucks with GVWR less than 10,000 pounds ( 4 536 kg). In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins and Indexes can be o[...]

Customer Assistance Information 228 over yet, we’ll send you the most recently published issue. Check the ordering form for indexes for earlier model years. Cut out the ordering form, fill it out, and mail it in. We will then see to it that an index is mailed to you. There is no charge for indexes for the 1990-1994 model years. Toll-Free Telephon[...]

1994 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The folloWng publications covering the operation and servicing of pur vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publications Order Form in this book and mailing it with your check, money order or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address listed below). CURRENT PUBLICATI[...]

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CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDER FORM NOTE: Please complete form below (Print or Type) and MAIL TO: Post Office Box 07130, Detroit, Michigan 48207 ORDER TOLL FREE 1-800-782-4356 (Monday-Friday 8:OO A.M.-6:00 P.M. EST) PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER* ITEM DESCRIPTION VEHICLE MODEL NAME YEAR QTY. !:E$* TOTAL PRICE ~ ST-366-94 Service Manual Chevrolet Ca[...]

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Index ABS (Anti-Lock Brakes) ............... 11 1 Adding Brake Fluid ............................. 174. 199 Engine Coolant ................ 139.143. 170 Engine Oil ........................ 162,198, 199 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .......... 170, 199 Power Steering Fluid ...... 173,198, 199 Sound Equipment ........................... 96 Transaxle Fluid A[...]

Checking Things Under the Hood .. 157 Child Restraints .................................. 31 Children and Safety Belts ............. 30. 38 Cigarette Lighter ................................ 75 Circuit Breakers & Fuses ................ 195 City Driving., .................................... 119 Cleaner. Air ............................... 165. [...]

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Engine Exhaust Gage (see Coolant) Dangerous Gas in .......... 45.47.61. 124 Parking with the Engine Running .................................... 59. 61 Engine Identification ....................... 194 Engine Oil ........................................ 162 Additives ........................................ 164 Ch[...]

Heater. Engine Block .................. 52. 165 High Beams ........................................ 66 Highway Hypnosis ........................... 121 Hill and Mountain Roads ................ 122 Hood Release ................................... 158 Warning. Overheated Engine ........ 159 Horn ................................................... 63 [...]

Octane Requirements Odometer & Speedometer ................. 82 (see Fuel Requirements) Oil. Engine ....................................... 162 Pressure Gage .................................. 90 Quality ........................................... 163 Starburst ........................................ 163 Thickness .............................[...]

Index am I . Torn ................................................. 40 Twisted ............................................ 24 Vehicles First Sold in Canada ......... 20 Warning Light ............................. 17. 20 Why You Should Wear Safety Belts ............................................... 18 Safety Defects. Reporting ................ 22[...]

.- . -a nr T7 . Trailer Towing .................................. ILO hnsaxle. Automatic (see Automatic Transaxle) rransaxle. Manual (see Manual Transaxle) rransmission. Automatic (see Automatic Transaxle) Transmission. Manual (see Manual Transaxle) Trip Odometer ................................... 83 Trunk .........................................[...]

Service Station Information Windshield Washer Fluid See Page 173 Battery The Delco Freedom03 battery needs no water. See Page 176 Transaxle Fluid Automatic: See Page 167 Manual: See Page 169 Cold Tire Pressure See Tire-Loading Information label on the driver’s door. See Page 182 Spare Tire Pressure Compact Spare: 60 psi (420 1tPa) See Page 151 Ho[...]

WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE ..[...]

I994 Owner’s Manual Supplement This information replaces the air conditioning refrigerant specifications on page 198 of the 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner’s Manual. If your Cavalier has air conditioning, the system could be filled with R-12 or R-134a refrigerant. These refrigerants are not interchangeable. If service is required, please refer to[...]