wheel alignment CHEVROLET CAVALIER 1984 1.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Frequent short trips, excessive idling and use of the air conditioner in cool
weather (when "vent" would provide adequate comfort), all can contribute to
decreased fuel economy .
The careful attention you give your vehicle as far as maintenance and repairs
are concerned will also help fuel economy . Proper engine and air cleaner
maintenance, lubrication intervals, wheel alignment and tire inflation pressures, when closely adhered to, will pay dividends in improved fuel economy as well as longer vehicle Irte.
Fuel Selection
Use only unleaded gasoline meeting the octane ratings given under "Fuel Requirements " in this section of the manual. Unleaded gasoline must be used
for the
emission control system to operate properly . Leaded gasoline will
damage the Computer Command
Control system oxygen sensor (if so equipped) and affect emission control. Using leaded gasoline can also damage
other parts of the emission control system and could result in loss of emission warranty coverage.
STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS
ANTl-THEFT STEERING COLUMN LOCK
The anti-theft lock (;gnifion) on the right sidecf the st_ing column has live
positionS :
DRIVING TO REMOVE KEY.
POSITION ~~ DEPRESS KEY SWITCH OFF AND S . . RELEASE LEVER
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• Accessory-You can use some electrical accessories when the engine is
not ruming . To engage this position, push in the square-head key and turn
the top of the key 10ward you.
•
Lock- Normal parking position. It locks the ignition and prevents normal use 01 the st_ing wheel and shill controls. The ignition key cannot be turned
to "Lock " and removed until the shift lever is moved to "P" (Park) on
automatic
transaxle models (shift to "Reverse" on manual transaxle
models).
II you have a manual transaxle, "Lock" prevents normal use 01
the steering wheel. The ignition key cannot be turned to "Lock" without
pressing down
the key release lever.
• Off-You can turn off the engine without IocI controls.
• Run-Normal operating position.
• Start-Cranks the engine .
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 4. Always use a tire pressure gage when checking inflation pressures (we
suggest you purchase a
quality pocket-type gage). Simply looking at the tires to check inflation pressures is not enough, . especially with radial. tires.
Underinflated radial tires may look like correctly inflated radial tires. H the
inflation pressure on a tire is often low, have your dealer correct the
cause.
5. Sesure to put the tire inflation valve caps or extensions back on, if so
equipped. This will help keep dirt and moisture from getting into the valve core which could cause a leak.
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6. H an air loss. occurs while driving, do not drive on the flat tire more than is
needed to stop safely. Driving even a short distance on a flat tire can
damage a tire and
wheel beyond repair.
Inspection and Rotation
Front and rear tires perform different jobs and can wear differently depending
on the types of roads driven, your driving habits, etc.
For
longer tire IHe, you shOuld inspect and rotate your tires as recommended in
the Maintenance Schedule folder. Many car and tire dealers will perform a free
tire
inspection to look for \meven or abnormal tire Wear (usually caused by
wrong inflation pressures, lack of regular rotation, improper wheel alignment,
out of bslance tires, or poor driving habits).
After rotation, adjust the front and rear tire pressures (see the Tire
Placard)
and be sure to check wheel nut tightness (see also "Wheel Nut Torque" in
Section 3 of this manual.)
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CAUTION; Whenever a wheel is changed, always remove any corrOsion that may be present on inside of wheeland wheel mounting surface on vehicle. Installing wheels
without good metal·to--metalcontact at the mounting surfaces can cause wheel nuts to
loosen, which can later allow a wheel to come off while the vehicle -is moving, possibly
causing loss of control.
Alignment and Balance
Proper wheel alignment improves tire tread life. Your vehicle's suspension
parts should be inspected often and
aligned when needed. (See the
Maintenance
Schedule Folder for more information.) Ball joints have built-in
wear indicators and some movement in the joints is normal.
Improper alignment • will not-cause the vehicle to vibrate. However, improper
alignment can cause:
• the tires to roll at an angle, which will result in faster tire wear;
• your tires _ to wear unevenly;
•
your vehicle to "pull" to the left or right.
Proper tire balancing provides the
best riding comfort and helps reduce tire
tread wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause annoying vibration and uneVen tire
wear such as cupping and flat spots.
Traction
Driving, cornering, and braking traction are reduced -w~ater. snovv' ic:e., gravel, or other material is on the road. Adjust driving practices and vehiCia
speed to road conditions.
When driving on wet
or sluShy roads, a wedge of water can build up between
the tire and road. This is known as hydroplaning, and may cause partial or
complete loss of traction, vehicle control, and stopping ability.
To red\ICe the chance of traclion loss, follow these tips:
1. Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy.
2. StoW down if the road has standing water or puddles.
3. Replace the tires when the tread wear indicators are showing.
4. Keep the tires properly inflated.
H your vehicle has Tpc radial tires (see "Tire Replacement" in this section),
yoU, .lifes were designed to provide better snow traction. In fact, these tires
shOuld be adequate for driving in mO$ wiAter conditions. Howeve" ij you do feel you do need to buyconvenlional snow tires, be sure they are the same
size, load range, and .construction type (bias, bias· belled, Or radial) as your
other tires.
Tire Chain$ or Similar Traction Devices
If you buy tire chains for your car, make sure they are'designated as SAE
Class "S" type chaios. Use of other types of chains may cause damage to
your vehicle.
Use
of chains may adversely affect your vehicle's handling. -When using
chains: (1) adjust speed to road conditions, (2) avoid sharp turns, and (3) when
possible, avoid
locked-wheel braking.
In addition, to help prevent chain damage to your vehicle:
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Restraints Child ... Lap Belts .. Methods Of Restr~ring Children •.. ReM Seat .. Reslraill lor Pfegnan WomtHI • . Shoulder Belts ___________ .......•..•.•.. Rool
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2-21 . ....... 5,1 '-3 Spare Tire .. ... .............. 3·6. 3-7 Jacking Instructions .. Specifications, General,. $peed Control (Cruise Control) ..
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.... "'" Automatic Transaxle cars .. Emergency .. S-.. ColImn Controls .. Column Lock, Anti-Theft Power ..
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Stowing 01 Items. .. .............. . 1-' 3·5 , '3-6 Stowage Tire and Jack .. Suspension Maintenance .. 5·11 Tachomeler ...... ... ..... ........... ............ ..... 2·22 Theft, ou.d Againsl... 1-1 ThennostaI ..... ........ 5-9 Tilt SMering WheeL. r .. Alignment and Balance ... Chains •.
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Changing .................... .... ..... ................. 3.5 Damage al'l(j Repaj!' ... . .. ...... .. .... .......... 5-16 High Speod Operation __ ............•..•.•. 5-13 Hydroplaning .. _ ................. 5 .15 Wlallorl Pr~e.. . ..................... 5 .13 W;pection ... 5-14 Jackng... 3·5 L03(I Limit . Radial Tires .. Replacemont .. Rotation . Spare .. Tire Chains ..
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Caution ........ ~obIod Vehicle .. Mal1tonance , . Tires ...... . To Starl .. To)[iC Cleaning Solvents .. E)[haust n..mes .. Traction . Wei Roads ..
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, T~ TOWing .... ............. ........ .............. 2 -2 -~,-u,_ BreOk~" Pofiod ................. ....... ............ . 2.2
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CauIioc:II .................. ...... ...................... 2·3
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Turn Signals and Lane Change Feature ............................................... , 2·8 UndorbOcly Maintenance.. .. .......... 4·5 Upshift Indicator Light.. 2·15 Vehicle kJentjicaliCJO Number.. 6·S Vetjcte Loadir1g •.•.......... _ .......... _........ 5'12 Ventilating System .................... , .......... 2·25 Voltmeter ....................... .. 2·22 Wamny {Sue W.f1Iflty Folder; Wheel Cha.lgiog ................. ... .. _ ............... 3 -5
Wheel Replacement·Considerations.. 5 ·16 Wheel, Tilt. Steering.. 2·t5 Window$ Manual.. 1.3 Power ........ ................................... ......... 1·4 Rear, Defogger .................................... 2.28 Rear , Washer/Wipel. . 2·29
-0et0atIng ..:I 08t0gging .......... 2-27, 2-28 DMay Wiper System .. _ .................. ........ 2·9 Washer Uae In Cold WNilher .. WUhet Solution .. Wipers And Washers .. Wrecker , TOWing ..
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