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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1992-93 -> Evacuate System -> Using Charging Station -> With Vacuum Pump
Vehicle: 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2.2 L4 GAS

With Vacuum Pump

Vacuum pumps suitable for removing air and moisture from A/C systems are commercially available. A specification for system pumpdown used here is 28-29^1/2 inches vacuum. This reading can be attained at or near sea level only. For each 1000 feet of altitude this operation is performed, the reading will be 1 inch vacuum higher. For example, at 5000 feet elevation, only 23-24^1/2 inches of vacuum can be obtained. The system must be completely discharged before it can be evacuated. Damage to the vacuum pump will result if pressurized refrigerant is allowe...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Caliper Specifications
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aveo, LaCrosse, LeMans (1988-93), Malibu & Malibu Maxx (2004-05), Metro, Nova, Prizm, Spectrum & Storm -> Engine Fuel Pressure Service Port -> Engines Less Fuel Pressure Service Port
Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strateg...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier RS 2.2 L4 GAS

Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
Install a brass drift or a screwdriver to prevent rotor from turning.
Remove shaft nut and washer.
Remove brake caliper from steering knuckle and suspend caliper assembly.
Remove rotor from hub and bearing assembly, then stabilizer shaft or link from control arm.
Remove ball joint from steering knuckle.
Remove drive axle from transaxle ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2.2 L4 GAS

Disconnect battery ground cable.
Raise and support vehicle, then remove bolts attaching starter motor and bracket to engine.
Lower s...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier RS 2.2 L4 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. If the warni...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 2.2 L4 GAS

Drain and recover engine coolant in a suitable container.
Remove hood latch support from mounting plate.
Remove both headlamp assemblies.
Remove radiator mounts.
Raise and support vehicle.
Disconnect forward discriminating sensor electrical connector.
Remove cooling fan assembly.
Remove lower radiator hose from radiator.
Remove lower transaxle oil cooler li...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2.4 L4 GAS

Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Seat Belt Buckle Diagram for 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 BI-FUEL

Components on diagram:

Seat Belt Switch

Rear Compartment Lamp Diagram for 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:

Audio Amplifier

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

1991 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Fuel Tank Unit

RH Safety Belt Lap Retractor Solenoid

RH Safety Belt Shoulder Retractor Solenoid

RH Front Door Handle Switch

LH Front Door Handle Switch

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Bypass Switch

Folding Top Switch

Folding Top Relay

RH Folding Top Motor

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: LABOR OPERATION ASSIGNMENTS FOR ALL CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING - REVISED
Vehicle: 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier RS 2.2 L4 GAS

Auto Systems:

Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

Document: ELIMINATING UNWANTED ODORS IN VEHICLES - REVISED
Vehicle: 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.0 L4 GAS

Symptoms:

Odors

Auto Systems:

Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
Minimum brake lining thickness.
Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Final drive fill & drain plug torques
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

Airflow sensor electrical specifications
Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
Barometric pressure sensor specs
Battery group number and cranking performance
Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
Engine compression pressures
Coolant temperature sensor specs
Computer advance.
Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
Distributor advance specifications
Ignition pickup coil resistance
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
Engine fastener torque values
Firing order diagrams
Fuel system pressures
Generator (alternator) specs
Intake air temperature sensor specs
Ignition coil specifications
Fuel injector resistance
Engine idle speeds
Knock sensor resistance
Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
Mixture control solenoid resistance
Voltage regulator specs
Spark plug applications & gaps
Starter motor electrical specs.
Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
Throttle position sensor specs
Vacuum sensor valve specs

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