1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 340

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into in the vehicle, See "Engine Exhaust" the Index. Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice year (for instance, each spring a Inspect the hoses and have them replaced are if they and fall). You should let your GM dealer's service cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, department or other qualified service center do these jobs. fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper proceduresto perform these services may be found in a Chevrolet service manual. See "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear.Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. 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, signswear, or lack of 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. Exhaust System Inspection Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the near body your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or or conditions result frequent braking. in out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose which could cause a heat connections, or other conditions of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace sealsnecessary. if 7-42