CHEVROLET CAVALIER 1984 1.G Service Manual
Manufacturer: CHEVROLET, Model Year: 1984, Model line: CAVALIER, Model: CHEVROLET CAVALIER 1984 1.GPages: 105, PDF Size: 24.23 MB
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The optional headlight reminder buzzer/chime provides an audible warning that the main light switch is in one 01 the "on" positions , either parking lights
or headlights.
The reminder buzzer/chime is activated only when the ignition switch is turned to "OFF," "LOCK" or "ACCESSORY" position and the lights are on.
When the parking lights
or headlights are to be operated with the key in the
OFF position, the reminder buzzer/chime can be shut off by turning the light
switch knob until the instrument cluster lights are not on,
CIgarette Ughter (Optional)
The cigarette lighter is located on the instrument pane! face. To operate, push
~ in. When ~ becomes heated, ~ automatically pops out ready for use. Avoid
holding the lighter in by hand while ~ is heating as damage to the heating
element may result.
Ashtray
The ashtray may be simply pulled out for cleaning:
• Open ashtray.
• Pull ashtray up and remove for cleaning .
•
Push ashtray back into bracket.
VENTILATION SYSTEM
Your vehicle has a flow through ventilation system that provides a supply of outside "ram" air into the vehicle ' when it is moving . When the vehicle is not in
motion you can get a steady flow of outside air into the car when the heater or
air conditioning blower is running.
With the side
windOws closed, the flow lIYough ventilation system provides
outside air flow into the front air inlet grilles, through the vehicle and out the
rear air exhaust valves. (See illustration .)
FRONT INLET
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REAR BODY LOCK PILLAR EXHAUST
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• Clear snow and ice from the hood and air inlet in front of the windshield . This helps the heater and defroster work better and reduces the chance 01 fogging the inside 01 the windshield .
•
Run the blower on "HI" for a few moments belore driving off. This helps
clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of
logging on the inside
01 the windows.
• Always keep the front inlet grilles clear of obstructions (leaves, ice, snow ,
etc .) .
• Always keep the underseat air path clear of objeCts .
Lower Air Vents
Two control handles located beneath the center instrument panel open (pull)
and close (full in ) the lower "ram " air vents. The amount of air discharged at these lower ·outlets increases with vehicle speed. Maximum airflow can be
obtained by opening any of the .side door windows approximately six inches. If so equipped, the rear quarter swing-out windows will"optimize lower vent
performance and provide maximum airflow without opening a side door glass . In this condition, minimum air buffeting and road noise is incurred.
HEATER SYSTEM (NON-AIR CONOmONEO SYSTEM)
Fan lever
The fan lever (OFF-HI) provides speed control of the blower fan in all Air Selector Lever pOSitions.
Temperature Control lever
The temperature control lever regulates the temperature 01 the air entering the
passenger compartment in
"HEA TEA" and " DEF " Air Selector Lever
positions . Full right position (HOT ) provides maximum heat air and full left position (COLD) provides minimum heat (ambient air temperature) air.
AIR Selector lever
• VENT --In this position, ambient outside ventilation air is discharged from the upper air outlets . Air quantity is controlled by the FAN LEVER.
• BLEND --The AIR SELECTOR LEVER may be adjusted between VENT and HEATER to obtain a variable distribution of air between the upper air outlets and the floor air outlet.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine • HEATER --In this position, most of the air is delivered to the floor air outlet
with a small amount delivered to the windshield (defroster outlets). The air
temperature
Is controlled by the TEMPERATURE LEVER while the air
quantity
is controlled by the FAN LEVER. This position is used for most winter driving.
• BLEND -- The AIR SELECTOR LEVER may be adjusted between HEATER
and DEFROST positions to obtain a variable distribution of air between the
floor air outlet and the windsh ield defroster air outlets.
• Side window defogger air outlets direct air to the side windows whenever
the fan is operating.
•
DEFROST - -In this poSition, most of the air is delivered to the windshield
(defroster outlets) with a small amount
to the floor air outlet.
The windshield defrosting and defogging system assists in providing
good visibility through designated areas of the windshield under most inclement
weather conditions . For immediate operation of the vehicle, the windshield
should be scraped clear.
Operate system for 30 seconds before switching to DEFROST . This will
remove humid air from the system
and minimize rapid fogging of the glass
which can occur if humid air Is blown onto a cOol windshield .
AIR CONOmONING SYSTEM
This system combines heating and cOOling capabilities for comfort in all weather conditions.
During some air conditioning operating conditions, slight increases and
decreases of engine speed/power may be noticed . This
should be considered
normal, as the system is designed to cycle the compressor
ON and OFF to
maintain desired cooling. The reduced compressor operation should
benef~ fuel economy.
Fan Lever
The fan lever (LO-HI) provides speed control of the blower fan in all Air
Selector Lever positions except
OFF.
Temperature Control Lever
The femperature control lever regulates the temperature of the air entering the passenger compartment in All Air Selector Lever positions .
Air Selector Lever
The air selector lever regulates air flow from the heater, defroster and air
conditioning outlets.
It also controls operation of the refrigeration compressor.
•
OFF --In this position the blower does not operate . However, when the
vehicle is moving, air will enter the· passenger compartment through the
heater outlet.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine • MAX (AIR COND) --Air from the passengel' cOlTlpaftment is mixed with a small amount of outside air. conditioned and discharged from !he upper
outlets . This position. with the temperature
lever in full COLD. is used for
maximum cooling under conditions of high temperature and humidity .
• NORM (AIR COND) --Outside air is conditioned as ~ passes through the
system and is discharged from the upper outlets. This position is used for most air conditioning situations.
• BI-LEVEL (AIR COND) --Outside air is conditioned and directed out the
upper outlets PLUS the heater outlet. This position provides comfort and
keeps the windshield clear under low fogging conditions .
• VENT (ECONOMY) --Outside air is discharged from the upper outlet s. This position is provided for cool to moderate weather operation when
refrigeration is not required. The refrigeration compressor is turned off.
Operating Information -The engine cooling fan is automatically engaged in all air conditioning modes and defrost mode (with high air conditioning pressure).
• HEATER (ECONOMY) --Outside air is delivered from the heater outlet with
a small amount from the defroster outlets and the side window . defogger outlets. This position is used for most winter driving. The air conditioning compressor is turned off.
• DEFROST c_ Outs ide air is cond~ioned and delivered from the defroster
outlets w i1h a small amount from the heater outlet. This position is
recommended for conditions of severe fogging and icing
only.
Operating Tip
For satisfactory operation of the air conditioning system. windows should always be closed, except for the first two or three minutes to remove hot air if
the car has been closed. This provides a fast cool-down in normal air
conditioning mode.
ELECTRO-CLEAR REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
The optional defogger consists of a heating element bonded to the inside
surface
of the rear glass . The unit is operated by a switch on the instrument panel and functions only in the ON position. When activated an indicator light
will illuminate.
After the defogger has operated for a short time. the system will
automatically shut off. If further defrosting or defogging is desired . simply actuate the switch again.
The defogger
will not function if the ignition is turned off.
Refrain from removing decals or other materjal' from the inside of rear window
with a razor or other sharp instrument since this may damage . the heating
element.
Clear snow and ice from the rear window to improve tihe efficiency of the rear
window defogger.
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REAR WINDOW WASHER/WIPER
The optional rear window washer/wiper is available on station wagon and hatchbacl< models.
• To turn the rear single speed wiper on, push the top half of the switch,
marked "WASH," to the center position. The wiper will operate as long as
the switch is in the center position. Push the bottom half of the switch in to
turn the wiper off.
• To wash , push the top half of the switch , marked "WASH," The washer
will operate only as 101)9 as the switch is HELD in.
• The rear window washer fluid. reservoir is located in the engine compartment. It is a splij reservoir and is shared wijh the windshield
washer system. ChecI< the washer fluid level and add fluid as described for "Windshield Washer" under "Steeril)9 Column Controls" in this section.
DELCO SOUND SYSTEMS
Your vehicle may have one of several optional Delco GM Sound Systems. (To
listen to any system , the ignition must be in "RUN" or "ACCESSORY. ")
General Information
Speakers
NonCE: AU Deleo Sound Systems have ungrounded speakers. Installing add-on tape pIe)Ws, CBs or other units that use the vehicle speakers ml1 damage your ~co Sound System and impelr operation of the added unit. Please consutt your dealer In advance if you are considering additions.
FM Reception -Although FM is normally static free, reception can be limited by terrain, atmospheric conditions, station strength and distance from the
transmitter.
Buildings or other obstructions can cause momentary static, flutter or station swappil)9. If you cannot keep good reception, tunil)9 to a stronger
station
will 001)9 improvement.
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to stereo operation whenever
anFM stereo broadcast is being received , and
an indicator in the dial will light "Stereo" · operation means the radio is separating a stereo broadcast bact< into the original two channels , called "left "
and "right. " Stereo sound is noticeably more real istic to the ear.
AM or AM-FM Monaural Radio
The following controls are common to both AM and AM-FM monaura l sound
systems .
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• Left Knob -This knob turns tne set on or off, and controls the volume . Behind the volume knob is a. tone control. When turned to the right, it
increases treble and voice clarity; when turned to 'the left, it increases bass.
• Right . Knob -This knob is a manual tuning conuol for choosing radio
stations. For radios with rear speakers, a fader control is behind it. This
control adjusts the sound between the front and rear speakers .
• Push Buttons -Each radio has five push buttons you can use to easily
select your favorite stations. On AM-FM radios, you may select five AM and
five FM stations for a
total of ten selections. Make sure the bandswitch is
on the band you want when setting the stations. After using a push button,
you may have
to "fine·tune" the radio by hand for the best reception .
To "set up" the push buttons:
1. Choose the button you wish to use and pull it straight out.
2 . Tune in
the station using the tuning knob.
3, Press the button
until it stops. The radio is designed to tune to the selected station whenever you press the button.
Tape and Tape Player Care
On Delco Sound Systems with cassette tape units, take out the cassette when
not in use to prevent
possible damage to the tape player and cassette.
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cases. Cassettes eventually wear out and you may need to replace them if
they become noisy. Clean the pickup head, tape guide and capstan (revolving
metal
post) after every 100 hours of operation . Use a colton-tipped swab
dippec in rubbing
alcohol. Access is through the tape door. (See illustration.)
ETR AM-FM Stereo (No Seek /Scan)
To operate \he ETA AM-FM Stereo radio:
• Upper Knob -rotate knob to turn radio on or off and to control volume. H your radio has a clock, and the radio frequency is being displayed, press
knob to
recall station frequency when listening to the radio.
• Balance Control (located behind upper knob) -turn to adjust left!right
speaker balance .
•
Lo_ Knob -rotate knob to manually tune radio stations , Frequency will
be displayed during tuning. Press knob to aHernately select />M or FM
band.
• Front! Rear Speaker Control (located behind lower knob) -rotate control
to adjust the sound between the front and rear speakers.
• Bass and Treble Controls -slide treble control up to increase treble, or
down to decrease treble. Slide bass control up to increase bass, or down
to decrease bass.
• Pushbutton.
The radio has four pushbuttons you can use to easily select your favorite
stations , You may select four />M and four FM stations for a total of eight
selections. .
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1 .
Make sure the bandswitch is on the band you want. Then, tune in the
desired station.
2. Gently pull one of the four station pushbuttons and release.
The radio will then tune to the selected station whenever you press the
station button.
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• Time Set (if so equipped):
To set the hour, gently pull and hold the "HR SET" button until the correct
hour appears .
To set the minutes, gently pull and ho.1d the "MIN SET" button until the correct
minute appears .
The FM stereo indicator will light up whenever an FM station is broadcasting in
stereo. "Stereo" operation means the radio is separating a stereo broadcast
'back into the original two channels , called "left" and "right". Stereo sound is
noticeably realistic to the ear. .
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To operate tape player (If so equipped):
Insert the cassette squarely t!vough the door. This automatically switches the
unit from radio to tape operation. If the sound is garbled (or there is no sound),
eject the
tape and reinsert it squarely.
After the cassette has snapped into position : adjust the volume and fader
controls
to your preference .
To quickly advance to the next selection, slide the EJECT button to the left ("FWD") until it locks. When the tape reaches the end, the EJECT button will
automatically return
to the center position and the tape will be ejected .
To stop fast-forward at arry time, return the EJECT button to its center position .
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return to center position and the tape will resume playing.
To stop reverse at any time, return the EJECT button to its center position.
NOTE: Belore turning off ignition, eject the cassette tape. Insertion 01 the
cassette tape cartridge overrides the radio and the time-ol-day
will be
displayed continuously.
For best results, use only cassettes which are 30 to 60 minutes in length.
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To operate the ETR AM-FM Stereo radio:
• Power Button ("PWR") -press to turn radio on. Press again to turn radio
off.
• Upper Knob -rotate knob to control volume. Press knob ti:> recall station
frequency when listening to the radio with the ignition on, or to display time-ol-day with ignition off. Depress knob to select the other side 01 the
tape when the cassette
is playing.
•
Loudness Button ("LOUD") - Press to boost bass frequencies when the
radio is
playing at low volume.
• Balance Control (located behind upper knob) -turn to adjust left/right
speaker balance.
• Lower Knob -rotate knob to manually tune radio stations. Frequency will
be displayed during tuning. Press knob to alternately select AM or FM
band.
• Front/Rear Speaker Control (located behind lower knob) -rotate control
to adjust the sound between the lront and rear speakers.
• 5-Band Graphic Equalizl!i' -allows you to adjust bass, midrange, and treble to suit personal taste. Move control up to increase that frequency
range, or down to decrease that frequency range. When a control is in the
center (detent) position, that
Irequency range will not be processed by the
graphic equalizer. When all 5 controls are in the center (detent) position,
the system has a flat frequency response:
NOTE: 60 and 250 denote bass; 1 K denotes midrange; 3.5k and 10k
denote treble.
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The radio has four pushbuttons
you can use to easily select your favorite
stations. You may select four AM and four FM stations for a total of eight
selections.
To set push buttons:
1. Make sure the bandswitch is on the band you want. Then, tune in the desired station.
2. Gently pull one of the four station pushbuttons and release.
The radio will then tune to the selected station whenever you press the station button.
• SEEK and SCAN
Use the SEEK and SCAN buttons for automatic station tuning.
Press
SCAN button to automatically sample each station being received. To
stop SCAN, press SCAN button again.
The SCAN indicator light on the frequency dial will be lit during SCAN operation.
Press the SEEK button to automatically locate and retain the next listenable
station on the band.
• Time Set:
To set the hour, gently pull and hold the
SCAN button untif the correct hour
appears.
To set the minutes, gently pull and hold the
SEEK button untif the correct
minute appears.
The
FM stereo indicator will light up whenever an FM station is broadcasting in
stereo. "Stereo" operation means the radio is separating a stereo broadcast
back into the original two channels, called "left" and "right". Stereo sound is
noticeably realistic to the ear.
To operate tape player:
Insert the cassette squarely through the door. This automatically
sw~ches the
unit from radio to tape operation. Ii the sound is garbled (or there is no sound),
eject the tape and reinsert it squarely.
After the cassette has snapped into position, adjust the volume and fader
controls to your preference.
To quickly advance to the next selection, press the button next to the lighted
indicator. To listen to
an earlier selection, press the button next to the
unlighted indicator. To stop the forward or reverse. movement, press the
EJECT button to eject the tape.
When the left indicator light is lit. the top side of the tape is playing. When the
right indicator light is lit. the bottom side of the tape is playing.
NOTE:
When end-of-tape is reached in one direction, the unit will automatically
play
in the opposite direction, and will play the other side of the tape.
When ignition is turned off, the pinch roller automatically releases the tape.
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