wiper blades CHEVROLET CAVALIER 2005 3.G Owners Manual
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Windshield Wipers
Use the lever located on the right side of the steering
wheel to operate the windshield wipers.
9OFF:Move the lever to OFF to turn off the
windshield wipers.
QDELAY:If your vehicle has delay wipers, move the
lever to DELAY to choose a delayed wiping cycle. Turn
the lever down for a longer delay or up for a shorter delay.The further the lever is turned upward, the shorter the
delay will be and the further the lever is turned downward,
the longer the delay will be. The wiper speed can only be
adjusted when the lever is in the DELAY position. Use
this position for light rain or snow.
Q1 (Low Speed):Move the lever up to the rst
setting past DELAY for steady wiping at low speed.
Q2 (High Speed):Move the lever up to the second
setting past DELAY for steady wiping at high speed.
RMIST:Move the lever all the way down to MIST for
a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the windshield
wiper starts; then let go. The windshield wipers will stop
after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the
band on mist longer.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wipers. If this
occurs, a circuit breaker will stop the wipers until the
wiper motor cools. So, be sure to clear any snow or ice
from the windshield wiper blades before using them.
If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield, carefully
loosen them or warm the windshield before turning
the wipers on. If your blades do become worn or
damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
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The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your
windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy
rain can make it harder to see road signs and
traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road,
and even people walking.
It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in
good shape and keep your windshield washer tank lled
with washer uid. Replace your windshield wiper
inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing
areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to
separate from the inserts.Driving too fast through large water puddles or even
going through some car washes can cause problems,
too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid
puddles. But if you cannot, try to slow down before you
hit them.
{CAUTION:
Wet brakes can cause accidents. They will not
work as well in a quick stop and may cause
pulling to one side. You could lose control of
the vehicle.
After driving through a large puddle of water
or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly
until your brakes work normally.
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When you want to leave the freeway, move to the
proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do
not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive
on to the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted. 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 are ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you are not fresh — such as after
a day’s work — do not plan to make too many miles that
rst part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing
and shoes you can easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs
service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you
will nd experienced and able service experts in GM
dealerships all across North America. They will be ready
and willing to help if you need it.Here are some things you can check before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you checked
all levels?
Lamps:Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires:They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are the tires all in ated to the
recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:What is the weather outlook
along your route? Should you delay your trip a
short time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps:Do you have up-to-date maps?
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire................................................5-65
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-70
Compact Spare Tire......................................5-71
Appearance Care............................................5-72
Fabric/Carpet...............................................5-72
Vinyl...........................................................5-74
Instrument Panel..........................................5-74
Interior Plastic Components............................5-74
Glass Surfaces.............................................5-74
Care of Safety Belts......................................5-74
Weatherstrips...............................................5-75
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-75
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.....................5-75
Finish Care..................................................5-75
Windshield and Wiper Blades.........................5-76
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels................5-76
Tires...........................................................5-77
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-77Finish Damage.............................................5-77
Underbody Maintenance................................5-78
Chemical Paint Spotting.................................5-78
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials..................5-78
Vehicle Identi cation......................................5-79
Vehicle Identi cation Number (VIN).................5-79
Service Parts Identi cation Label.....................5-80
Electrical System............................................5-80
Add-On Electrical Equipment..........................5-80
Headlamp Wiring..........................................5-80
Windshield Wiper Fuses................................5-81
Power Windows and Other Power Options.......5-81
Fuses and Circuit Breakers............................5-81
Instrument Panel Fuse Block..........................5-82
Engine Compartment Fuse Block....................5-84
Capacities and Speci cations..........................5-85
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts..........5-86
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Scheduled
Maintenance” for more information on wiper blade
inspection.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For proper type and length,
seeCapacities and Speci cations on page 5-85.
Here is how to remove the Shepherd’s Hook type:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.
2. Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly
toward the driver’s side of the vehicle.
3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2.
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