1993 CHEVROLET CAVALIER torque

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(AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE)
If you are parking on a hill and you
don’t shift
your transaxle into P (Park)
properly, the weight of the vehicle may
put too much force on the parking pawl
in the transaxle. You may find it difficult
to pull the
shift lever out of P (Park).
This
is called “torque lock.” To prevent
torque lock, always be sure to shift into
P (Park) properly before you leave the
driver’s seat.
To find out how, see the
Index under Shiftirtg Into P (Park),
When you are ready to drive, move the
shift lever out
of P (Park) before you
release the parking brake.
If torque lock does occur, you may need
to have another vehicle push yours a
little uphill to take some
of the pressure
from the transaxle,
so you can pull the
shift lever out
of P (Park).
Winter Driving
Here are some tips for winter driving:
Have your Chevrolet in good shape for
winter. Be sure your engine coolant
mix is correct.
Snow tires can help in loose snow, but
they may give you less traction on ice
than regular tires.
If you do not expect
to be driving in deep snow, but may
have to travel over ice,
you may not
want to switch to snow tires at all.
You may want to put winter
emergency supplies in your trunk or
rear area.
Include an ice scraper, a small brush
or broom, a supply of windshield
washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer
clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight,
a
red cloth, and a couple of reflective
warning triangles. And, if you will be
driving under severe conditions,
include a small bag
of sand, a piece of
old carpet or a couple
of burlap bags
to help provide traction. Be sure you
properly secure these items
in your
vehicle.
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Changing a Flat Tire (CONT)
14. Lower the vehicle by rotating the
wheel wrench counterclockwise.
Lower the jack completely. 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a
criss-cross sequence, as shown.
I
Incorrect wheel nuts or
1 L improperly tightened wheel
nuts can cause the wheel to
become loose and even
come off.
This could lead to an accident. Be
sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
If you have to replace them, be
sure to get the right kind.
Stop somewhere as soon as you
can and
have the nuts tightened
with a torque wrench to
100 pound-feet (140 Nom).

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Use this rotation pattern.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust
the front and rear inflation pressure as
shown on the Tire-Loading Information
label. Make certain that all wheel nuts
are properly tightened. See the Index
under Wheel Nut Torque.
To make your tires last longer, have
them inspected and rotated at the
mileages recommended in the
Maintenance Schedule. See the
Index
under Scheduled Maintenance Services.
u I I’ -
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on
; parts to which it is
fastened, can make the wheel nuts
become loose after a time. The
wheel could come off and cause an
accident. When you change a
wheel, remove any rust or dirt
from
places where the wheel
attaches to the vehicle. In an
emergency, you can use a cloth or
a paper towel to do this; but be
sure to use a scraper or wire brush
later, if you need to, to get all the
rust or dirt
off. (See the Index
under Changing a Flat Tire.)
When lt’s Time for New Tires
One way to tell when it’s time for new
tires
is to check the treadwear
indicators, which will appear when your
tires have
only 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) or
less of tread remaining.
You need a new tire if
You can see the indicators at three
You can see cord or fabric showing
The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut
places around the tire.
through the tire’s rubber.
or
snagged deep enough to show cord
or fabric.
The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The tire has a puncture, cut, or other
damage that can’t be repaired well
because
of the size or location of the
damage.
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Capacities & Specifications
Engine Crankcase .................................... 4.0 quarts
When changing Jilter, up to I quart (I liter) more oil may be needed.
Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal and Replacement ........................ 4.0 quarts
After Complete Overhaul
............................ 6.9 quarts
When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed.
Manual Transaxle, 5-Speed
Cooling System
Complete Drain and Refill ........................... 2.0 quarts
2.2LL4
........................................... 11.7quarts
3.1LV6............................................ 14.2quarts 3.80
L
3.80 L
6.60 L
1.90 L
11.1 L
13.5 L
. . 250

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Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air
conditioning system in
your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure
the proper refrigerant is used.
If you 're not sure, ask your
Chmrolet dealer.
Fuel Tank ........................................... 15.2 gallons
Power Steering
Pump Only ......................................... 1 .OO pint
Complete System
.................................... 2.25 pints
57.5 L
0.50 L
1.25 L
Tire Pressures, Sizes. .................................. See Tire-Loading Information label on driver's door.
Wheel Nut Torque .................................... 100 pound-feet (140 Nem)
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure
to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual.
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Manual Adjust ................ 85
Manual Remote Control ......... 86
Mountain Driving ............... 154
New Vehicle Break-In
Requirements
................. 54
Night Driving .................. 143
Octane Requirements
Odometer
& Speedometer ......... 94
Oil. Engine ................... 205
Pressure Gage ................. 99
Thickness ................... 207
Used Oil ................... -209
When to Add ................ 206
When to Change .............. 208
Oil Warning Light ............... 98
Outside Rearview Mirrors ......... 85
Overheated Engine .............. 174
Overheated Engine Coolant
Warning Gage
............... 97
(see Fuel Requirements)
Quality ..................... 206
Operation of Lights .............. 79
Owner Checks & Services ........ 271
Owner’s Manual. How to Use ....... 6
Eint Spotting. Chemical ......... 245
Park. Shifting Into ........... .60. 67
Parking
On Hills
................ .60. 155
Over Things That Burn ......... 70
Torque Lock ............ .157. 251
With the Engine
Running
............. .60. 68. 71
Parking Brake .................. 66
Passenger Belts (see Safety Belts)
Passing ................... .77. 140
Polishing and Waxing
Power Door Locks
............... 50
Power Windows ................. 72
Power Window Lock-out
Switch
..................... 72
Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts
During
...................... 27
Problems on the Road ........... 163
Publications (see Service Publications)
(see Appearance Care)
Power Steering Fluid .... .219. 251. 252
Radiator Overheating
(see
Overheated Engine)
Radiator Pressure Cap ........... 219
Radio (see Audio Systems)
Reading Light .................. 82
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides .... 30
Rear Seat. Split Fold-Down ........ 15
Rearview Mirrors ............... 85
Rear Window Defogger .......... 109
Reclining Seatbacks .............. 12
Replacement Bulbs ............. 253
Replacement Fuses ............ -248
Replacement Parts .............. 256
Replacing Safety Belts ............ 45
Replacing Tires ................ 232
Replacing Wheels .............. 234
Reporting Safety Defects ......... 286
Restraints. Child ............... -35
Road Signs .................... 124
Color ...................... 124
Shape ...................... 125
Symbols .................... 126
Traffic Lights ................ 126
Your Own Signals ............. 127
Roads. Hill and Mountain ........ 154
Replacement. Windshield Wiper ... 227

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Steering In Emergencies
............... 139
Off-Road Recovery
............ 139
Tips
........................ 138
Steering Wheel. Tilt
.............. 73
Stereo Sound Systems (see
Audio Systems)
Storing Your Vehicle ............ 223
Stuck. If You Are
............... 192
Sunroof
....................... 88
Sun Visors ..................... 86
Tachometer ................... 95
Taillight Bulb Replacement.
.. .225. 253
Tape Player (see
Audio Systems)
Technical Facts & Specifications
Bulbs
...................... 253
Electrical Equipment. Add-on
... 247
Fluid Capacities
& Types .. .250, 252
Fuses
& Circuit Breakers ...... -247
Service
Parts Identification
Label
..................... 246
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN)
................. 56. 246
Temperature Gage
............... 97
102
Theft ......................... 53
Thermostat
.................... 219
Tilt Steering Wheel .............. 73
Time. Setting the
................ 111
Tires
......................... 229
Buying New
................ -232
Chains
................ .192. 236
Flat. Changing
............... 184
Inflation
.................... 230
Inspection
& Rotation .......... 231
Loading
.................... 230
Pressure
.................... 230
Quality Grading
.............. 232
Spare. Compact
............... 191
Tread Wear Indicators
......... -231
Wheel Alignment and
Tire Balance
............... 234
Wheel Replacement
........... 234
When
to Replace Wheels ....... 234
Winter Driving and Tires
.. .157. 236
Top Strap
...................... 36
Torque Lock
................... 157
Towing a Trailer
................ 161
Towing Your Chevrolet
.......... 169
Traffic Lights
.................. 126
Trailer Towing
................. 161 Transaxle. Automatic
(see
Automatic Transaxle)
Transaxle. Manual (see
Manual Transaxle)
Transmission. Automatic
(see
Automatic Transaxle)
Transmission. Manual
(see
Manual Transaxle)
Trip Odometer .................. 95
Trunk
......................... 51
Trunk Cargo Anchors .......... 54
Trunk Convenience Net
......... 54
Trunk/Liftgate Release, Lockout
............. 51
Turn Signal Indicator
............ -73
Turn SignaYHeadlight Beam Lever
... 73
Cruise Control
................ 74
Headlight High/Low Beam
...... 81
Turn & Lane Change Indicator ... 73
Unleaded Gasoline
............. 197
Upholstery Care
................ 238
Upshift Indicator Light
....... .65. 101
Urban Driving
................. 149

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Vehicle Identification Number
Vehicle Loading
............ .91. 227
Vehicle Storage
................ 223
Vehicles First Sold in Canada
...... 23
VIN
...................... 56. 246
Visor Vanity Mirror
.............. 86
(VIN) .................. .56. 246
Ventilation
............ .106. 108. 110
Wagon Folding Rear Seats
............. 16
Liftgate Ajar Light ............ 102
Liftgate
Lock ................. 52
Liftgate Release Button
......... 52
Rear Compartment Light
........ 82
Roof Luggage Carrier
........... 91
Taillight Bulb Replacement
.. .225, 253
Warning Flashers. Hazard
........ 164 Warning Lights
................. 96
Anti-Lock Brake System ........ 101
Battery
..................... lo0
Brake ...................... 100
Charging System .............. lo0
Check Coolant ................ 97
Check Engine
................ 102
Check Gages
................. 103
Liftgate Ajar
................. 102
Low Coolant
.................. 97
Oil ......................... 98
Safety Belt ............... .18, 22
Upshift Indicator
.......... .65, 101
Washer. Windshield
..... .84.220, 252
Weight Gross Axle Rating (GAWR)
..... 227
Gross Vehicle Rating
(GVWR)
.................. 227
Tire Balance
................. 234
Wheel Alignment and Wheel Covers. How to Remove
.... 188
Wheel Nuts
................... 188
Wheel Nut Torque
......... .190. 251
Wheel Replacement
............. 234
Windows Power
.................. .72. 249
Standard
..................... 71
Windshield Washer
..... .84. 220. 252
Windshield Washer Fluid
.. .84. 220. 252
Windshield Wipers
......... .83. 249
Cleaning
.................... 241
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
................ 227
Winter Driving
................ 157
Driving
On Snow or Ice ........ 158
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in
Deep Snow
................ 160
If You’re Caught in a
Blizzard
................... 159
Wrecker Towing
............... 169