1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 211

Maintenance Schedule Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following are explanations of the services listed in ScheduleI and Schedule 11. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D. Make sure whoever servicesyour vehicle uses these. All parts should be replacedand all necessaryrepairs done before you or anyone else drives vehicle. the Inspection * - Inspect the belt (s) for cracks, fraying, wear and proper 1. Engine Oil and Filter Change* tension. Replace as needed. (Belts Always use SH or SG Energy can have many small cracks in Conserving I1 oils of proper viscosity. individual ribswithout affecting The "SH" or "SG" designation may performance.) be shown alone or in combination with others, such as "SH/CD," "SH, 5. Cooling System Service* Drain, SG, CD," "SG/CD," etc. To flush and refill the system with new determine the preferred viscosity for or approved recycledcoolant your vehicle's engine (e.g., SAE 5Wconforming to GM Specification 30 or SAE 10W-30),see Engine Oil 1825M. Keep coolant at the proper in the Index. mixture as specified. SeeCoolant in the Index. This provides proper 2. Chassis Lubrication- Lubricate freeze and boil protection, corrosion the suspension and steering linkage. inhibitor level and maintains proper Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage. engine operating temperature. 3. Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspect hoses and replace if they are Inspection - For proper wear and cracked, swollen or deteriorated. maximum tire life, rotate your tires Tighten screw-type hose clamps. following the instructions in this Clean the outside of the radiator and manual. See Tires, Inspection G air conditioning condenser. Wash the Rotation in the Index. Check the pressure cap and neck. tires for uneven wear damage. If or To help ensure proper operation, we you see irregular or premature wear, check the wheel alignment. Check for recommend a pressure testof both the cooling system and pressure cap. the damaged wheels also. ITEM NO. SERVICE 4. Engine Accessory DriveBelt(s)