1994 CHEVROLET CAVALIER fuel cap

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up than the gage indicated. For
example, the gage may have indicated
the tank was half full, but it actually
took
a little more or less than half the
tank’s capacity to fill the tank.
The gage moves a little when you turn
a corner or speed up.
The gage doesn’t go back to E when
you turn off the ignition.
For your fuel tank capacity, see
Service
Station Information
on the last page of
this manual.
I80 110- -
hgine Coolant Temperature
Gage
With the ignition in the Run position,
this gage shows the engine coolant
temperature.
If the gage pointer moves into the red
area, your engine is too hot! It means
that
your engine coolant has
overheated.
If you have been operating
your vehicle under normal driving
conditions, you should pull
off the road,
stop your vehicle and turn
off the
engine as soon as possible.
HOT COOLANT CAN
BURN YOU
BADLY!
In Problems on the Road, this manual
shows what
to do. See the Index under
Engine Overheating.
Low Coolant Warning Light
(3.1 L V6 ENGINE)
If this light comes on and stays on, your
system is low on coolant and the engine
may overheat. See the
Index under
Coolant and have your vehicle serviced
as soon
as you can.
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(OPTION)
The air conditioner and heater work
best if you keep your windows closed
while using them. Your vehicle also has
the flow-through ventilation system
described later in this section.
Lever Controls: The upper lever
changes the functions
of your system.
The lower lever changes the
temperature of the air coming through
the system. Slide the upper control lever
to
OFF to turn off the system.
3f: Selects the fan speed. To select the
force of air you want, turn the hob.
The fan is always running unless the
upper lever is moved to
OFF.
Air Conditioning
The upper lever has three air
conditioner settings. On very hot days,
open the windows long enough to let
hot inside air escape. This reduces the
amount of work your air conditioner's
compressor will have to do, which
should help fuel economy.
A/C (Air Conditioning): Press this
button
to enable the air conditioner
compressor. The indicator light will
glow when the button is pressed. Press
the button again to turn
off the air
conditioner compressor.
The air conditioner compressor
operates automatically (and the light
glows) when in the
MAX setting, or in
the
DEF (Defrost) setting when the outside temperature
is higher than
about 40°F (4.5"C). Below 40°F (4.5"C),
the light will glow in these settings, but
the compressor will not turn on.
MAX (Maximum): Use for maximum
cooling. This setting recirculates much
of the air inside your vehicle
so it
maximizes fuel economy and your air
conditioner's performance.
VENT: Use on pleasant days when little
heating or cooling is needed, to direct
outside air into the vehicle.
In this
setting, the air flow is through the
instrument panel outlets.
B/L (Bi-Level): Use on cool, but sunny
days. This setting brings in the outside
air, but directs it in two ways. Cool air
is directed to the upper portion of your
body through the instrument panel
outlets, and slightly warmer air is
directed to the lower portion of your
body through the heater ducts and
defroster vents. At times, this
temperature difference may be more
apparent than others.

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about the care of your Chevrolet
.
This part begins with service and
fuel information. and then it shows how to check important fluid and
lubricant levels
. There is also
technical information about your
vehicle. and a section devoted to
its appearance care
.
Part 6
Service and Appearance Care
Service ........................................................................\
............................................. 154
Fuel ........................................................................\
.................................................. 154
Hood Release ........................................................................\
................................... 158
Engine Oil ........................................................................\
........................................ 162
Air Cleaner ........................................................................\
...................................... 165
Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........................................................................\
............. 167
Manual Transaxle Fluid ........................................................................\
.................. 169
Power Steering Fluid ........................................................................\
....................... i73
Windshield Washer Fluid ........................................................................\
................ 173
Brakes ........................................................................\
.............................................. 174
Engine Coolant ........................................................................\
................................ 170
Battery ........................................................................\
............................................. 176
Bulb Replacement ........................................................................\
............................ 176
Loading Your Vehicle ........................................................................\
..................... 180
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ................................................................... 179
Tires ........................................................................\
................................................. 181
Appearance Care ........................................................................\
............................. 187
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .................................................................... 194
Add-on Electrical Equipment ........................................................................\
........ 195
Fuses 8I Circuit Breakers ........................................................................\
................ 195
Fluids 81 Lubricants ........................................................................\
........................ 199
Capacities 81 Specifications ........................................................................\
............ 198
Replacement Bulbs ........................................................................\
.......................... 200
Engine Specifications ........................................................................\
...................... 202
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............................................................... f!B

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Service & Appearance Care
Fuels in Foreign Countries
If you plan on driving in another
country outside the
U.S. or Canada,
unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do
not use leaded gasoline.
If you use even
one tankful, your emission controls
won’t work well or at all. With
continuous use, spark plugs can get
fouled, the exhaust system can corrode,
and your engine oil can deteriorate
quickly. Your vehicle’s oxygen sensor
will be damaged. All
of that means
costly repairs that wouldn’t be covered
by your warranty.
To check on fuel availability, ask an
auto club, or contact a major oil
company that does business in the
country where you’ll be driving.
You can also write us at the following
address for advice. Just tell us where
you’re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN).
General Motors Overseas Distribution
North American Export Sales (NAES)
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario
L1H 8P7
Corporation Filling Your Tank
“el Capacity: 15.2 U.S. Gallons
77.5 L). Use unleaded fuel only.
The cap
is behind a hinged door on the
sight side
of your vehicle.
To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the
eft (counterclockwise).

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While refueling, hang the cap inside the
fuel door. Be
careful not. to spill gasohe: Clean
gasoline from painted surfaces as soon
as possible. See Cleaning the Outside
of Your Chevrolet in the Index.
When you put the cap back on, turn it
to the right until you hear at least three
clicks.
NOTICE:
If you need a new cap, be sure to
get the right type. Your dealer can
get one for you.
If you get the
wrong type, it may not fit or have
proper venting, and your fuel tank
and emissions system might be
damaged.
Checking ntings Under the
Hood
The following sections tell you how to
check fluids, lubricants and important
parts underhood.

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Engine Oil
If the oil warning light on the
instrument panel comes on, it means
you need to check your engine oil level
right away. For more information, see
Engine Oil Warning Light in the Index.
You should check your engine oil level
regularly; this is an added reminder.
It’s a good idea to check your engine oil
every time you get fuel. In order to get
an accurate reading, the oil must be
warm and the vehicle must be on level
ground.
Turn
off the engine and give the oil a
few minutes to drain back into the oil
pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might
not show the actual level.
To Check Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a
paper towel or cloth, then push it back
in all the way. Remove it again, keeping
the tip lower, and check the level.
2.2L L4: Checking Engine Oil
3.1 L V6: Checking Engine Oil
When to Add Oi/
If the oil is at or below the ADD line,
then you’ll need to add some oil. But
you must use the right kind. This
section explains what kind of oil to use.
For crankcase capacity, see
Capacities
and Specifications
in the Index.
NOTICE:
Don’t add too much oil. If your
engine has
so much oil that the oil
level gets above the cross-hatched
area that shows the proper
operating range, your engine could
be damaged.
Just
fill it enough to put the level
somewhere in the proper operating
range. Push the dipstick all the way
back in when you’re through.

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I Loading Your Vehicle
Two labels on your vehicle show how
nuch weight it may properly carry. The
rire-Loading Information label found
In the rear edge of the driver's door
.ells you the proper size, speed rating
md recommended inflation pressures
or the tires on your vehicle. It also
:ives you important information about
.he number of people that can be in
four vehicle and the total weight that
rou can carry. This weight
is called the
Jehicle Capacity Weight and includes
.he weight
of all occupants, cargo, and
111 nonfactory-installed options. The other label is
the Certification label,
found on the rear edge of the driver's
door. It tells you the gross weight
capacity of your vehicle, called the
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).
The
GVWR includes the weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
Never exceed the GVWR for your
vehicle,
or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for either the front or
rear axle.
And, if you do have a heavy load, you
should spread it out. Don't carry more
than
132 lbs. (60 kg) in your trunk, or
88 lbs. (40 kg) in your wagon's rear
area. If you put things inside your vehicle -
like suitcases, tools, packages, or
anything else
- they will go as fast as
the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or
turn quicltly, or
if there is a crash,
they'll keep going.

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Capacities & Specifications
Engine Crankcase ........................................................................\
.................. 4.0 quarts
When changing filter, up to 0.5 quart (0.5 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 ........................................................................\
.................
Complete Drain and Refill ........................................................................\
... 2.0 quarts
Cooling System ........................................................................\
.....................
2.2L L4 ........................................................................\
................................. 11.7 quarts
3.1L V6
........................................................................\
................................. 14.2 quarts
Refrigerant (R-12), Air Conditioning ........................................................ 2.25 pounds
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 Chevrolet dealer. For additional
information, see
your “Warranty and Owner Assistance
Information
” booklet.
Fuel Tank ........................................................................\
............................. .15.2 gallons
Power Steering
Pump Only ........................................................................\
........................... 1.00 pint
Complete System
........................................................................\
................. 2.25 pints 3.80
L
3.80
L
6.60 L
1.90
L
11.1 L
13.5 L
1.02 kg
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 Nom
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual.