run flat CHEVROLET CAVALIER 1996 3.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 0 The 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner’s Manual
SeatsandRestraintSystems ............................................................. 1-1
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts prop\
erly. It also explains the “SRS” system.
.. FeaturesandControls ................................................................... 2-1
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ..................................................... 3-1
This section explains how to start and operate your Chevrolet. \
This section tells
you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to \
operate your
audio system.
YourDrivingandtheRoad .............................................................. 4-1
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road\
and how to drive under different conditions.
ProblemsontheRoad .................................................................. 5-1
This section tells you what to do if you have a problem whil\
e driving, such as a flat tire or overheated
engine, etc.
ServiceandAppearanceCare ............................................................ 6-1
Here the manual tells you how to keep your Chevrolet running \
properly and looking good.
Maintenance Schedule .................................................................. 7-1
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and \
what fluids and lubricants to use.
Customer Assistance Information ........................................................ 8-1
This section tells you how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to get service\
and owner publications.
It also gives
you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-8.
Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find
something you want to read.
Index ........................................................................\
........ 9-1
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never
put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why:
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be
seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air
bag inflates. This
is because the back of a
rear-facing child restraint would be very close to
the inflating air bag. Always secure
a rear-facing
child restraint in the rear seat.
4. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder
portions
of the vehicle’s safety belt through or
around the restraint. The child restraint instructions
will show you how.
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part
about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air
bag, always move the seat as far back
as it will go
before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See “Seats” in the Index.)
2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions
for the child restraint.
3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the
instructions
say.
Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.
If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or
neck, put
it behind the child restraint.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Center Console Cupholders
Open the center console lid all the way to uncover the
front and rear cupholders. There is also a cupholder at
the front of the console.
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 it to secure
them in place.
The net isn’t
for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the
trunk as far forward as you can.
You can unhook the net
so that it will lie flat when
you’re not using
it.
Floor Mat Retainer
Your vehicle may be equipped with a floor mat retainer
for the driver. This retainer is located at the rear, right
side of the floor mat.
To remove, twist the tab
one-quarter
of a turn to the right or left. Lift the mat
straight up over the tab. Reverse this procedure
to
replace and secure the floor mat.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine A CAU [ON:
11. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross
sequence,
as shown.
Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened
wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose
and even come off. This could lead to an accident.
Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have
to replace them, be sure to get new
GM original
equipment wheel nuts.
Stop somewhere as soon
as you can and have
the nuts tightened with
a torque wrench to
100 Ib-ft (140 N-m).
NOTICE:
Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage.
To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare
tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover and wheel
nut
caps in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired
or replaced.
NOTICE:
Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare.
If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact
spare,
you could damage the cover or the spare.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Fuse Usage
WIPER Windshield Wipers, Windshield Washers
ERLS Automatic Transaxle,
Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock,
A/C Compressor, Cruise Control, Multiport Fuel Injection
AIR BAG Supplemental Inflatable Restraint
EXT LAMP Exterior Lamps, Instrument Panel
PWR ACC Power Door Locks, Convertible System
Lights
Top (Convertible Model)
HVAC
RADIO ALARM
CRUISE Heater and
A/C Control,
Anti-Lock Brake System, Engine Cooling Fan (2.2L Engine),
Engine Vent Heater
(2.4L Engine)
Radio, Remote Keyless Entry
Alarm Module
- Interior Lamps,
Warning Chimes
Cruise Control
Fuse
L HDLP
CIG
INST LPS
STOP/HAZ
PWR
WINDOW
PCM/IGN
INT LAMP
FOG LAMP
IGN
R HDLP
Usage
Left Headlamp
Cigarette Lighter,
Horn, Interior
Lamps, Diagnostic Connector
Instrument Panel Lights, Warning Chimes
Exterior Lamps, Anti-Lock Brake
System, Cruise Control
Power Windows, Power
Sunroof,
Convertible Top Controls (Convertible Model) (Circuit
Breaker)
Powertrain Control Module
Alarm Module: Illuminated Entry,
Warning Chimes, Overhead
Lamps, Mapmeading Lamps,
Glove Box Lamp,
Trunk Lamp,
Radio, Power Mirrors, Remote
Keyless Entry
Fog Lamps (2-24 Only)
Engine Ignition
Right Headlamp
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Ignition Switch ................................ 2-10
Illuminated Entry
............................... 2-42
Inflation. Tire
.................................. 6-37
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-43
Inspections
Brakesystem
................................ 7-42
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-42
Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot
.................. 7-42
Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal
................... 7-42
Radiator and Heater Hose
...................... 7-42
Steering
.................................... 7-42
Suspension
.................................. 7-42
Throttle Linkage
.............................. 7-42
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-60
Brightness Control
............................. 2-4 1
Cleaning
.................................... 6-46
Cluster
................................ 2-62. 2-63
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-54
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-41
Jack. Tire
.................................... 5-21
Jump Starting
................................... 5-2
Key Lock Cylinders Service
..................... 7-39
Key Release Button
............................. 2- 11
Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-5
Keys .......................................... 2-1 Labels
.................................. 4.31. 6.52
Certification
................................. 4-32
CertificationEire
............................. 4-31
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-52
Tire-Loading Information
...................... 4-31
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-52
Lamps
........................................ 2-39
Fog
........................................ 2-41
Interior
..................................... 2-41
On Reminder ................................ 2-39
Latches. Seatback
................................ 1-4
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-5
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ....... 2-25
Lighter
....................................... 2-47
Lights Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1-20. 2-66
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-68. 4-6
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-67
Charging System
............................. 2-66
CheckEngine
................................ 2-71
CheckGages
................................ 2-75
CheckOil
.................................... 2-74
Enhanced Traction System Active
............ 2-69. 4-8
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light
..... 2-68. 4-9
ETS Active
.............................. 2-69. 4-8
ETS Warning
............................. 2-68. 4-9
Interior
..................................... 2-41
Low Coolant Warning
......................... 2-70
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