1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 216

I CHECK OR SERVICE ~~ ~~ ~ WHAT TO DO Steering Column Lock While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. With an automatic transaxle, the key should turn toLOCK only when the shift lever is in P (Park). With a manual transaxle, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is inR (Reverse). On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should turn toLOCK only with the key button depressed. On all vehicles,the key should come out only in LOCK. Turn the steering wheel to theleft and to theright. It should only lockwhen turned to the right. CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin move. You or others to could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in frontof your once should the vehicle vehicle in caseit begins to roll. Be readyto apply the regular brake at begin to move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your on the regular foot brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake: Withthe engine running and transaxle in N (Neutral),slowly remove footpressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is heldby the parking brake only. To check the P (Park) mechanism'sholding ability: Shiftto P (Park). Then release allbrakes. 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. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle P (Park) Mechanism Check