check engine CHEVROLET CAVALIER 1995 3.G Workshop Manual

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Listed below are owner checks and services which
should be performed at the intervals specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added
to your
vehicle, make sure
they are the proper ones, as shown in
Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
pe$orm these underhood checks at each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Windshield Washer Fluid Level
Check the windshield washer fluid level
in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid
if
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation
Check tire inflation. Make sure tires are inflated to the
pressures specified on the Tire-Loading Information
label located
on the rear edge of the driver’s door. See
“Tires”
in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems’’ in the Index
for further details.
Check the engine oil level
and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for further
details.
At Least Twice a Year
Engine Coolant Level
Check the engine coolant level and add the proper
coolant mix if necessary. See “Coolant”
in the Index for
further details.
Hydraulic Clutch System Inspection
Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See
“Hydraulic Clutch Fluid“ in the Index.
A fluid loss in
this system could indicate
a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired at once.
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Mechanism Check
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake: With the engine running
and transaxle in NEUTRAL
(N), slowly remove foot
pressure from the regular brake pedal.
Do this until
the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
0 To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability:
Shift to
PARK (P). Then release all brakes.
Underbody Flushing
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
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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 your
GM dealer’s
service department or other qualified service center do
these
jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch
plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are
working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage.
If you see anything that might keep a restraint system
from doing its job, have it repaired.
Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive
Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs
of
wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near
the exhaust system.
Look for broken, damaged, missing or
out-of-position
parts as well as open seams, holes, loose
connections, or other conditions which could cause a heat
build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into
the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust”
in the Index.
Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and f\
or
damaged or missing parts. Replace parts
as needed.
Accelerator and cruise control cables should not
be lubricated.
Manual Transaxle
Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See
“Manual Transaxle” in the Index.
A fluid loss may
indicate a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing,
etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for
surface condition.
Also inspect drum brake linings for
wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment.
You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits
or conditions result in frequent braking.
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After the scheduled services are performed, record the
date, odometer reading and who performed the service
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any
additional information from “Owner Checks and
Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on
the following record pages. Also, you should retain all
maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio
is
a convenient place to store them.
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Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid
................ 6- 18. 6- 19
BrakeFluid ................................. 6-27
Electrical Equipment
.......... 2-1 1 , 2- 12, 3- 12, 6-5 1
Engine Coolant ......................... 5- 16, 6-22
Engineoil
.................................. 6-11
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ........................ 6-20
Manual Transaxle Fluid
....................... 6- 19
Power Steering Fluid ......................... 6-24
SoundEquipment
............................ 3-12
Windshield Washer Fluid
................. 2-32, 6-25
AirBag
....................................... 1-18
How Does
it Restrain ......................... 1-22
Howitworks
............................... 1-20
Location
................................... 1-20
Servicing
................................... 1-24
What Makes
it Inflate ......................... 1-22
What Will You See After it inflates .............. 1-22
When Should
it Inflate ........................ 1-2 1
Air Bag Readiness Light .................... 1-20, 2-61
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-15
Air Conditioning ................................ 3-2
Air Conditioning Compressor Button
................ 3-2
Alignment and Balance, Tires
..................... 6-39
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...................... 6-48
Antenna. Fixed Mast ............................ 3-14
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
......... 2.63. 4.6
Anti-Lock Brakes
............................... 4-6
Anti-Theft Feature.
CD Player .................... 3-10
Antifreeze ..................................... 6-21
Adding
............................... 5.16. 6.22
Checking
................................... 6-23
Appearance Care
............................... 6-42
Appearance Care and Materials
.................... 6-50
Ashtray and Lighter ............................. 2-44
Audiosystems
.................................. 3-5
Auto Down Feature
............................. 2-27
Automatic Transaxle.
Four Speed
Automatic Overdrive
......................... 2-17
First(1)
.................................... 2-18
Neutral
(N) ................................. 2-15
Park(P) .................................... 2-14
Reverse(R)
................................. 2-15
Second(2)
.................................. 2-16
Shifting
.................................... 2-14
Third (3)
................................... 2-17
Drive(D)
................................... 2-16
First(1)
.................................... 2-16
Neutral (N)
................................. 2-15
Automatic Transaxle. Three Speed
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Reverse(R)
................................. 2-15
Second(2)
.................................. 2-16
Shifting
.................................... 2-14
Automatic Transaxle Fluid ................... 6- 16. 6- 19
Adding
............................... 6- 18. 6- 19
Checking .............................. 6.16. 6.19
Battery.
LOW Maintenance ....................... 6-29
Battery Rundown Protection
...................... 2-4 1
Battery Warnings ............................ 5.2. 5.4
BBB Auto Line
................................. 8-3
Brake Adjustment
.............................. 6-28
Brake Fluid. Adding
............................. 6-27
Brake Master Cylinder
........................... 6-26
BrakePedalTravel
.............................. 6-28
Brake System Parts. Replacing
.................... 6-28
Brake System Warning Light
...................... 2-62
Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock
............... 2-24. 7-40
BrakeWear
.................................... 6-27
Brake. Parking
................................. 2-21
Brakes. Anti-Lock
............................... 4-6
Brakes. Trailer
................................. 4-33
Braking
........................................ 4-5
Braking
in Emergencies ........................... 4-8
BTSI (Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock)
......... 2-24. 7-40
Bulbs, Replacement
............................. 6-56
Headlamps
................................. 6-29
Taillamps
................................... 6-31 Canadian
Roadside Assistance
.................... 8-8
Capacities and Specifications ...................... 6-55
Carbon Monoxide .................... 2.25.4.25. 4.33
Cassette Tape Player Care
........................ 3-13
CDErrors
...................................... 3-9
CD Player Anti-Theft Feature
..................... 3- IO
Center Console Compartment ..................... 2-46
Center Passenger Position
........................ 1-31
Certification/TIre Label
.......................... 4-28
Chains. Safety
................................. 4-33
Chains. Tire
................................... 6-41
Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5-20
Charging System Light
.......................... 2-66
Check Engine Light
............................. 2-68
Check Gages Light
.............................. 2-64
CheckOilLight
................................ 2-66
Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid
................ 6- 16. 6- 19
BrakeFluid ................................. 6-26
Enginecoolant
.............................. 6-23
Engineoil
.................................. 6-10
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
........................ 6-20
Manual Transaxle Fluid
....................... 6-19
Power Steering Fluid
......................... 6-24
Things Under the Hood
........................ 6-6
Checking Your Restraint Systems
.................. 1-45
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-49
Child Restraints
................................ 1-34
Securing
in a Rear Outside Seat Position .......... 1-36
Securing
in the Center Rear Seat Position ......... 1-38
Securing
in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-40
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Driver’s Seat Manual Lumbar Support ............... 1-2
Driving
AtNight
................................... 4-13
City ....................................... 4-17
Defensive
................................... 4-1
Drunken
.................................... 4-2
Freeway
................................... 4- I8
In a Blizzard
................................ 4-24
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-4
In the Rain ................................. 4- 14
OnCurves
................................... 4-8
OnGrades
.................................. 4-35
On Hill and Mountain Roads
................... 4-20
On Snow and Ice
............................. 4-23
Through Deep Standing Water
.................. 2- I2
Winter
..................................... 4-22
With
a Trailer ............................... 4-34
DrunkenDriving
................................ 4-2
Easy Entry Seat
................................ 1-4
Electrical Equipment. Adding ................ 3- 12. 6-5 1
Engine .................................... 6-8. 6-9
Enginecoolant ................................. 6-21
Adding
............................... 5-16. 6-22
Checking
................................... 6-23
Engine Coolant Heater
...................... 2- 12. 6. 14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
................. 2-64
Engine Identification
............................ 6-5 1
Engineoil .................................... 6-10
Adding
.................................... 6-11
Additives ................................... 6-14
EngineExhaust
................................ 2-25 Checking
................................... 6-10
What Kind
to Use ............................ 6-12
What
to do With Used Oil ..................... 6-14
Whentochange
............................. 6-14
Engine Overheating ............................. 5-12
Engine, Running It While Your Parked .............. 2-26
Engine, Specifications
........................... 6-57
Engine, Starting Your
............................ 2-10
Ethanol (In Fuel) ................................ 6-3
Exhaust. Engine
................................ 2-25
Fabric Cleaning
............................... 6-43
Fifth Gear. Manual Transaxle
..................... 2-19
FillingYourTank
................................ 6-4
Filter. Air Cleaner .............................. 6-15
Filter, Engine Oil
............................... 6-14
Finish Care .................................... 6-46
Finish Damage
................................. 6-48
First ( 1 ), 3 Speed Automatic Transaxle .............. 2-16
First (1 ), 4 Speed Automatic Transaxle .............. 2-18
First Gear, Manual Transaxle
...................... 2-19
Flash-to-Pass Feature ........................... 2-30
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......................... 5-1
Flat Tire, Changing ............................. 5-20
Fluids and Lubricants
....................... 6-55, 7-43
FogLamps
.................................... 2-40
Fold-Down Rear Seat
............................ 1-5
Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-4
Fourth Gear. Manual Transaxle
.................... 2-19
French Language Manual
11
Front Reading Lamps ............................ 2-40
Front Seatback Latches
........................... 1-4
.. ...........................
FrontTowing ................................... 5-9
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Fuel Gage .............
Fuel. Filling Your Tank . .
Fuel. In Foreign Countries
Fuse Block. Inside Vehicle
Fuse Block. Under Hood
.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
......................... 6-4
......................... 6-4
........................ 6-53
........................ 6-54
....................... 6-52
Gages
Y Engine Coolant Temperature ................... 2-64
Fuel
....................................... 2-67
Gasolines for Cleaner
Air ......................... 6-3
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
................ 4-29
GearPositions
................................. 2-14
Glass, Cleaning
................................ 6-45
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
.............. 4-29
Halogen Bulbs
................................ 6-29
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 5- 1
Head Restraints ................................. 1-4
Headlamp High-Low Beam Changer ............... 2-30
Headlamp. Wiring
.............................. 6-54
Headlamps
.................................... 2-37
Headlamps. Bulb Replacement
.................... 6-29
Hearing or Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance
...... 8-2
Heating
........................................ 3-3
Heritage Pages
................................... 111
High Beam Lamps. How to Change ................ 2-30
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-20
...
Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-20
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-33
HoodProp
..................................... 6-7
Hood Release ................................... 6-6
Horn
......................................... 2-28
Hydraulic Clutch
............................... 6-20
Adding Fluid
................................ 6-20
Checking Fluid
.............................. 6-20
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-16
If You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ......... 5-28
Ignition Key Positions
............................ 2-8
Ignition Switch
.................................. 2-8
Illuminated Entry
............................... 2-41
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-42
Inside Vehicle Fuse Block
........................ 6-53
Inspections Brakesystem
............................... 7-42
Manual Transaxle
............................ 7-42
Restraint Systems
............................ 7-42
Steering. Suspension and Frt-Whl-Drive Axle Boot and
Seal
...................................... 7-42
InstrumentPanel
............................... 2-56
Instrument Panel Clusters
........................ 2-58
Gagecluster ................................ 2-59
Standard Cluster
............................. 2-58
Instrument Panel Intensity Control
................. 2-38
Instrument
Panel. Cleaning ....................... 6-45
Exhaust
Systems
............................. 7-42
Throttle Linkage
............................. 7-42
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Jump Starting ................................... 5-2
Key Lock Cylinders ............................ 7-39
Key Release Button .............................. 2-9
Keys .......................................... 2-1
Lamps ...................................... 2-37
Lamps On Reminder ............................ 2-37
Lane Change Indicator ........................... 2-29
Latches. Front Seatback ........................... 1-4
Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-4
Light. Air Bag Readiness .................... 1-20. 2-61
Light. Safety Belt Reminder .................. 1-6. 2-61
Lighter and Ashtray ............................. 2-44
Air Bag Readiness ...................... 1-20. 2-61
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
........... 2-63. 4-6
Brake System Warning ........................ 2-62
Charging System ............................. 2-66
CheckEngine ............................... 2-68
Check Gages ................................ 2-64
CheckOil .................................. 2-66
Low Coolant Warning ......................... 2-64
Manual Transaxle Shift ................... 2-20. 2-68
Oilwarning ................................. 2- 65
Passlock Warning ............................ 2-70
Safety Belt Reminder
..................... 1-6. 2-6 1
Loading Your Vehicle ........................... 4-28
Lock. Steering Column .......................... 7-40
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running ....... 2-23
Lights
Locks
......................................... 2-3
Door ....................................... 2-3
PowerDoor .................................. 2-4
Rear Door Security ............................ 2-4
Window .................................... 2-27
Long Trip. Before Leaving on a .................... 4-19
Low Coolant Warning Light ...................... 2-64
Low Maintenance Battery ........................ 6-29
Lubricants and Fluids ....................... 6-55, 7-43
Lubrication. Body .............................. 7-39
Maintenance Record ........................... 7-45
Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7-1
Maintenance Schedule. Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
................................. 7-43
Owner Checks and Services .................... 7-38
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
............... 7-42
Schedule I Definition .......................... 7-4
Schedule I1 Definition .......................... 7-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services ................. 7-3
Maintenance Schedule I ........................... 7-6
Maintenance Schedule I1 ......................... 7-27
Maintenance When Trailer Towing ................. 4-36
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts ............ 6-57
Maintenance, Underbody ......................... 6-49
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) .... 2-68
ManualFrontSeat ............................... 1-1
Manual Transaxle
Fifth Gear
.................................. 2-19
Neutral
(N) Position .......................... 2-19
Parking Your Vehicle
......................... 2-24
Reverse (R) Position .......................... 2-19
FirstGear .................................. 2-19
FourthGear ................................. 2-19

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Shift Light
............................. 2.20. 2.68
Shiftspeeds
................................ 2-20
Shifting
.................................... 2-18
Third Gear
.................................. 2- 19
Manual Transaxle Fluid
.......................... 6- 19
Adding .................................... 6-19
Checking ................................... 6-19
Mirrors
....................................... 2-42
Convex Outside
............................ 2-43
Inside Day/Night Rearview
.................... 2-42
Power Remote Control
........................ 2-43
Remote Control
.............................. 2-42
Methanol
(In Fuel) ............................... 6-3
MTBE
(In Fuel) ................................. 6-3
Net. Convenience
.............................. 2-44
Neutral (N) Position. Manual Transaxle
............. 2-19
New Vehicle “Break-In”
.......................... 2-7
Nightvision
................................... 4-13
Neutral
(N) Position. Automatic Transaxle
........... 2- 15
OBD I1 ...................................... 2-69
Odometer. Tamper Resistant
...................... 2-59
Odometer. Trip
................................. 2-60
Off-Road Recovery
............................. 4- IO
Oil Warning Light .............................. 2-65
Oil. Engine .................................... 6-10
Ordering
Owner Publications
............................ 8-8
Service and Owner Publications .................. 8-8
Service Bulletins .............................. 8-8
Service Manuals
.............................. 8-8
Overdrive (D). 4 Speed Automatic Transaxle
........ 2-17
Overheated Engine
.............................. 5-12
Owner Checks and Services ....................... 7-38
Owner Publications. Ordering
...................... 8-8
Paint Spotting. Chemical
........................ 6-49
Park (P) Position. Automatic Transaxle
.............. 2-14
Park (P). Shifting Into
........................... 2-22
Park (P). Shifting Out
of ......................... 2-24
ParkingBrake
.................................. 2-21
Parking Lamps
................................. 2-37
Parking on Hills While Towing
a Trailer ............. 4-35
Parking Your Vehicle. Manual Transaxle
............. 2-24
Parking. AtNight
................................ 2-6
Passlock Theft-Deterrent System
................... 2-7
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-42
Power Door Locks
............................... 2-4
Power Remote Control
Mirror ..................... 2-43
Power Steering
.................................. 4-8
Power Steering Fluid Adding
.................................... 6-24
Checking ................................... 6-24
Power Windows
................................ 2-27
Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts
.................... 1-24
Problems on
the Road ............................ 5-1
Publications. Service and Owner .................... 8-8
ParkingLots .................................... 2-6
Parking Over Things That Burn
.................... 2-25
Passing
....................................... 4-10
Passlock Warning Light
.......................... 2-70
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