1996 CHEVROLET CAVALIER bulb

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two
downward (for left) positions. These positions allow
you
to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal
a turn, move the lever all the way up or
down. When the turn is finished, the lever will
return automatically.
An arrow on the instrument
panel will flash in the
direction
of the turn or
lane change.
To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever
until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you
complete your lane change. The lever will return by
itself when you release
it.
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t
flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out
and other drivers won’t see your turn signal.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident.
If the arrows don’t go on at all when you
signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit
Breakers’’ in the Index) and for burned-out bulbs.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Have you recently changed brands of fuel?
If
so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see
“Fuel” in the Index).
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 this condition, 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,
have your dealer or qualified service center check the
vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and
diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical
problems that may have developed.
Oil Pressure Warning Light
If you have a low engine oil
pressure problem, this light
will stay on after you start
your engine, or come on
when you are driving. This
indicates that your engine is
not receiving enough oil.
The engine could be low on oil, or could have some
other oil problem. Have it fixed immediately.
The oil light could also come on in two other situations:
0 When the ignition is on but the engine is not running,
the light will come on as a test to show you it is
working, but the light will go out when you turn the
ignition to
START. If it doesn’t come on with the
ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or
bulb. Have it fixed right away.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine firn Signals When Towing a Trailer
The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash
whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly
hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other
drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your
instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on
the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers
behind you are seeing your signal when they are not.
It’s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer
bulbs are still working.
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start
down
a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift
down, you might have to use your brakes
so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your
speed to around
45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the
possibility of engine and transaxle overheating.
Parking on Hills
You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer
attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your
rig
could start to move. People can be injured, and both
your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged.
But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s
how to do
it:
1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into
2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. PARK
(P) yet.
3. When the wheel
chocks are in place, release the
regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load.
4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking
brake, and then shift to PARK
(P).
5. Release the regular brakes.
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If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days
or more, take
off the black, negative (-) cable from
the battery. This will help keep your battery from
running down.
I A CAUTION:
Bulb Replacement
Halogen Bulbs
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode.
You can be badly hurt if you
aren’t careful. See
“Jump Starting” in the Index
for tips on working around a battery without
getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle
for longer storage periods.
Also, for your audio system, see “Theft-Deterrent Feature” in the Index.
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
can burst if you drop
or scratch the bulb. You or
others could be injured. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions
on the bulb package.
Headlamps
For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in
the Index.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1. Remove the first bolt and carefully pry up the shield
that covers the headlamp assembly. Be careful not to
break the fasteners that hold the shield in place. 2. Remove the other bolt that anchors the headlamp
assembly. Pull the headlamp assembly toward the
front of the vehicle to access the bulb assembly.
3. Twist the bulb assembly one-eighth of a turn
counterclockwise and remove it from the
headlamp assembly.

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4. Disconnect the bulb base from the socket by lifting
the plastic locking tab.
5. Snap a new bulb into the socket.
6. Replace the bulb assembly by reversing
Steps
1 through 3.
Taillamps
For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in
the Index.
1. Pull the carpet away from the rear of the trunk.
2. Remove the taillamp bulb assembly by turning it
one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3. To remove the bulb, pull it out.
4. Push in new bulb.
5. Reverse all steps to replace the taillamp assembly.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For the proper type and
length, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.
Here’s how to remove the Sheppard’s Hook type:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from
the windshield.
2. Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly
toward the driver’s side
of the vehicle.
3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Replacement Bulbs
OUTSIDE LAMPS BULB
Back-up Lamps ......................... 3057
Front Parkingnurn Signal Lamps
Base Model
........................... 3357
2-24Model
......................... 3357NA
Inside
................................ 1141
Outside
............................... 912
Highbow Beam
...................... 9005/6
Center High-Mount Stoplamp
Halogen Headlamps
Front Sidemarker Lamps
................... 194
Rear Sidemarker Lamps
.................... 194
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal Lamps
............... 3057
Stop/Turn Signal Lamps (Sedan)
............ 3057
Trunk Lamp
............................. 906
License
.................................. 194
Fog Lamps (2-24) ....................... 881X
INSIDE LAMPS BULB
Dome Lamp Front
................................. 168
Rear
.................................. 194
Reading Lamp (If Equipped)
............... 2 12-2
Rear Courtesy Lamp (If Equipped)
........... 563
Heater and
A/C Control ..................... 74
High-Beam Indicator
...................... 194
GloveBox
.............................. 194