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If the Light Is on Steady You also may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling Your Tank on page 5-7. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misﬁring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, your dealer can check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to ﬁx any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the Check Engine light is on or not working properly. 3-31

Section	Page
Chevrolet Cavalier Book TOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Manual Seats	8
Reclining Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	11
Seatback Latches	12
Easy Entry Seat	12
Rear Seats	13
Rear Seat Operation	13
Safety Belts	14
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	14
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts	18
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	19
Driver Position	20
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	28
Right Front Passenger Position	28
Rear Seat Passengers	29
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults	32
Safety Belt Extender	34
Child Restraints	35
Older Children	35
Infants and Young Children	37
Child Restraint Systems	40
Where to Put the Restraint	43
Top Strap	44
Top Strap Anchor Location	45
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	46
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System (Rear)	48
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	48
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	50
Air Bag Systems	53
Where Are the Air Bags?	56
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?	58
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?	59
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?	60
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?	60
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	62
Restraint System Check	62
Checking Your Restraint Systems	62
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	63
Features and Controls	65
Keys	66
Remote Keyless Entry System	67
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	68
Doors and Locks	71
Door Locks	71
Power Door Locks	72
Rear Door Security Locks	73
Lockout Protection	74
Leaving Your Vehicle	74
Trunk	74
Windows	76
Manual Windows	76
Power Windows	77
Sun Visors	77
Theft-Deterrent Systems	78
Content Theft-Deterrent	78
Passlock®	79
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	80
New Vehicle Break-In	80
Ignition Positions	80
Starting Your Engine	82
Engine Coolant Heater	83
Automatic Transaxle Operation	84
Manual Transaxle Operation	87
Parking Brake	89
Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)	90
Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)	91
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle)	91
Parking Over Things That Burn	92
Engine Exhaust	92
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked	93
Mirrors	94
Manual Rearview Mirror	94
Outside Remote Control Mirror	94
Outside Power Mirrors	94
Outside Convex Mirror	95
Outside Breakaway Mirror	95
OnStar® System	96
Storage Areas	97
Cupholder(s)	97
Center Console Storage Area	98
Convenience Net	98
Sunroof	98
Instrument Panel	99
Instrument Panel Overview	100
Hazard Warning Flashers	102
Other Warning Devices	103
Horn	103
Tilt Wheel	103
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	104
Exterior Lamps	109
Interior Lamps	112
Accessory Power Outlets	113
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter	114
Climate Controls	114
Climate Control System	114
Outlet Adjustment	117
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	118
Instrument Panel Cluster	119
Speedometer and Odometer	120
Tachometer	120
Safety Belt Reminder Light	121
Air Bag Readiness Light	121
Charging System Light	122
Up-Shift Light	123
Brake System Warning Light	123
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	124
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light	125
Enhanced Traction System Active Light	126
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	126
Low Coolant Warning Light	127
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	127
Oil Pressure Light	130
Passlock® Warning Light	131
Check Gages Warning Light	131
Service Vehicle Soon Light	132
Fuel Gage	132
Audio System(s)	133
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS)	133
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)	134
AM-FM Radio	134
Radio with CD (Base Level)	137
Radio with CD (Up Level)	141
Radio with CD (MP3)	150
Personal Choice Radio Controls	164
Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non RDS Radios)	165
Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios)	165
Understanding Radio Reception	165
Care of Your CDs	166
Care of Your CD Player	166
Fixed Mast Antenna	166
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System (48 Contiguous US States)	166
Chime Level Adjustment	166
Driving Your Vehicle	167
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	168
Defensive Driving	168
Drunken Driving	168
Control of a Vehicle	171
Braking	171
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)	174
Steering	175
Off-Road Recovery	177
Passing	178
Loss of Control	179
Driving at Night	180
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	182
City Driving	185
Freeway Driving	186
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	187
Highway Hypnosis	188
Hill and Mountain Roads	188
Winter Driving	190
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	194
Towing	195
Towing Your Vehicle	195
Recreational Vehicle Towing	195
Loading Your Vehicle	197
Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle)	203
Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle)	209
Service and Appearance Care	211
Service	213
Doing Your Own Service Work	213
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	214
Fuel	214
Gasoline Octane	214
Gasoline Specifications	215
California Fuel	215
Additives	216
Fuels in Foreign Countries	216
Filling Your Tank	217
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	219
Checking Things Under the Hood	220
Hood Release	220
Engine Compartment Overview	222
Engine Oil	223
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	227
Automatic Transaxle Fluid	229
Manual Transaxle Fluid	229
Hydraulic Clutch	229
Engine Coolant	230
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	233
Engine Overheating	233
Cooling System	235
Power Steering Fluid	240
Windshield Washer Fluid	241
Brakes	242
Battery	246
Jump Starting	246
Bulb Replacement	251
Halogen Bulbs	251
Headlamps	251
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps	253
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps	254
Back-Up Lamps	254
Replacement Bulbs	254
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	255
Tires	256
Inflation - Tire Pressure	263
Tire Inspection and Rotation	264
When It Is Time for New Tires	265
Buying New Tires	266
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	267
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	268
Wheel Replacement	268
Tire Chains	270
If a Tire Goes Flat	271
Changing a Flat Tire	272
Compact Spare Tire	282
Appearance Care	282
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	283
Care of Safety Belts	285
Weatherstrips	285
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	285
Sheet Metal Damage	287
Finish Damage	287
Underbody Maintenance	288
Chemical Paint Spotting	288
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	288
Vehicle Identification	289
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	289
Service Parts Identification Label	290
Electrical System	290
Add-On Electrical Equipment	290
Headlamp Wiring	290
Windshield Wiper Fuses	291
Power Windows and Other Power Options	291
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	291
Capacities and Specifications	295
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	296
Maintenance Schedule	297
Maintenance Schedule	298
Introduction	298
Maintenance Requirements	298
Your Vehicle and the Environment	298
How This Section is Organized	299
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	300
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	300
Selecting the Right Schedule	301
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance	302
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance	309
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	314
At Each Fuel Fill	314
At Least Once a Month	314
At Least Twice a Year	314
At Least Once a Year	315
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	319
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection	319
Exhaust System Inspection	319
Fuel System Inspection	319
Engine Cooling System Inspection	319
Throttle System Inspection	319
Brake System Inspection	320
Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance Inspection	320
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	321
Part E: Maintenance Record	323
Customer Assistance and Information	325
Customer Assistance and Information	326
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	326
Online Owner Center	327
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	328
Customer Assistance Offices	328
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities	329
Roadside Assistance Program	330
Courtesy Transportation	331
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records	333
Reporting Safety Defects	334
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	334
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	335
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	335
Service Publications Ordering Information	335

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If the Light Is on Steady

You also may be able to correct the emission system

malfunction by considering the following:

Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle?

If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install

the cap. See

Filling Your Tank on page 5-7

. The

diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has

been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing

fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.

A few driving trips with the cap properly installed

should turn the light off.

Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water?

If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition

will usually be corrected when the electrical system

dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off.

Have you recently changed brands of fuel?

If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See

Gasoline Octane on page 5-4

. Poor fuel quality will

cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.

You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling

when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation

on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These

conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.)

This will be detected by the system and cause the

light to turn on.

If you experience one or more of these conditions,

change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least

one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off.

If none of the above steps have made the light turn off,

your dealer can check the vehicle. Your dealer has

the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any

mechanical or electrical problems that may have

developed.

Emissions Inspection and Maintenance

Programs

Some state/provincial and local governments have or

may begin programs to inspect the emission control

equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this

inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle

registration.

Here are some things you need to know to help your

vehicle pass an inspection:

Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the Check

Engine light is on or not working properly.

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