1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER tire pressure

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Check your tires once a month or more.
Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at
60 psi (420 kPa). The purpose
of regular rotation is to achieve more
uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first
rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services”
in the Index for scheduled
rotation intervals.
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated
simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they’re underinflated.
Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems.
They help prevent leaks by keeping out
dirt and moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles
( 10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual
wear, rotate your tires
as soon as possible and check
wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or
wheels. See “When It’s Time for New Tires” and
“Wheel Replacement” later in this section for
more information. When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation
pattern shown here.
Don’t include the compact
spare tire in your tire rotation.
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rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque”
in
the Index.
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which
it is fastened, can make 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
1 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
1 need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See
“Changing a
Flat Tire” in the Index.) When It’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
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or
less of tread remaining.
You need a new tire if any of the following statements
are true:
You can see the indicators at three or more places
around the tire.
0 You can see cord or fabric showing through the
tire’s rubber.

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Cleaning Your Convertible Top
Your convertible top should be cleaned often. If you use
an automatic vehicle wash, use one with water jets and
hanging cloths. High pressure car washes may cause
When you hand wash the top, do it in partial shade. Use
a mild soap, lukewarm water and a soft sponge.
A
Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on
a basecoatklearcoat paint finish may dull the
water to enter your vehicle.
finish or leave swirl marks.
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other chamois or\
cloth may leave lint on the top, and a brush
salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird can chafe the threads in the top fabric. Don’t use
droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can detergen\
ts, harsh cleaners, solvents or bleaching agents.
damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If
necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period
of years.
You can help to keep the paint finish looking
new
by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered
whenever possible. Wet
the entire vehicle and wash the top evenly to avoid
spots
or rings. Let the soap remain on the fabric for a
few minutes. When the top is really dirty, use a mild
foam-type cleaner. Thoroughly rinse the entire vehicle,
then let the top dry
in direct sunlight.
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0 After you wash the vehicle, make sure the top is
completely dry before you lower it.
Don’t get any cleaner on the vehicle’s painted finish;
it could leave streaks.
If you decide to go through an automatic car wash,
ask the manager if the equipment could damage
your top.
Before entering a car wash, set the climate control to
VENT and the fan control to the highest speed. This will
help to prevent water under high pressure from entering
around the convertible top.
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
(If Equipped)
Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with
mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After
rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel.
A wax
may then be applied. The surface
of these wheels is similar to the painted
surface
of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners
or
abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could
damage the surface.
Don’t take your vehicle through
an automatic car wash
that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels.
Cleaning T-- I
To clean your tires, ;e a stiff brush with a tire cleaner.
I- NOTICE:
When applying a tire dressing always take care to
wipe off any overspray
or splash from all painted
surfaces
on the body or wheels of the vehicle.
Petroleum-based products may damage the
paint finish.

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.............. See refrigerant
charge label under hood.
Fuel Tank ................. 15.2 gallons (57.5 L)
Tire Pressures, Sizes ........... See Tire-Loading Information label on driver’s door.
Wheel Nut Torque .......... 100 lb-ft (140 Nmm)
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be
sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in
this manual.
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
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 dealer.
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Element
2.2L ....................... AC Type A- 11 72C
Engine Oil Filter
2.2L .......................... AC Type PF-47
2.4L
.......................... AC Type PF-44
Spark Plugs
2.2L ......................... AC Type 41-948
Gap:
0.050 inch (1.27 mm)
2.4L
......................... AC Type 4 1-942
Gap: 0.050 inch (1.27 mrn)
Windshield Wiper Blade (Sheppard’s Hook vpe)
Left Side ..................... 22 inches (56 cm)
Right Side.
................... 17 inches (43 cm)
2.4L
....................... AC Type A- 1172C
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Listed below are owner checks and services which
should be performed at the intervals specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids
or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
in Part
D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant
to petjiorrn these underhood checks at each fuel
fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for
further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in
the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the
Index for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures.
See “Tires” in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Inside of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-49
Instrument Panel
............................. 6-50
Interior Plastic Components
..................... 6-5 1
Outside of Your Vehicle ........................ 6-52
Special Problems
............................. 6-50
Stains
...................................... 6-50
Tires
....................................... 6-54
Vinyl
....................................... 6-50
Wheels ..................................... 6-54
Windshield and Wiper Blades
................... 6-51
Climate Control System. Standard
................... 3-2
Climate Control System with Air Conditioning
......... 3-3
Clock. Setting the
................................ 3-7
Clutch Fluid. Hydraulic
.......................... 6-24
Clutch. Hydraulic
............................... 6-24
Comfort Controls
................................ 3-2
Compact Disc AdapterKit
.................................. 3-15
Care
....................................... 3-24
Player
...................................... 3-16
Theft-Deterrent Feature
........................ 3-20
Compact Disc Player
............................ 3-16
Care
....................................... 3-24
Compact Spare Tire
............................. 5-33
Control of a Vehicle
.............................. 4-5
Convenience Net
............................... 2-47
Convertible Top
Bypassswitch
............................... 2-57
Cleaning
.................................... 6-53
Installing the Boot
............................ 2-51
Lowering
................................... 2-4 9 Lowering Manually
........................... 2-57
Raising
..................................... 2-56
Raising Manually
............................. 2-57
Removing the Boot
........................... 2-54
Convex Outside Mirror
.......................... 2-46
Coolant
....................................... 6-25
Heater. Engine
............................... 2-18
SurgeTank
.................................. 5-16
Surge Tank Pressure Cap
....................... 6-28
Cooling System
................................ 5-16
Courtesy Transportation
........................... 8-8
Cruise Control ................................. 2-36
Cupholders
.................................... 2-47
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users
......... 8-4
Customer Assistance Information
................... 8-1
Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8-2
Operation
................................... 2-49
Damage. Finish
............................... 6-55
Damage. Sheet Metal
............................ 6-55
Daytime Running Lamps
......................... 2-40
DeadBattery
................................... 5-3
Defects. Reporting Safety ........................ 8-10
Defensive Driving
............................... 4-2
Defogger. Rear Window
.......................... 3-6
Defogging
..................................... 3-6
Defrosting
..................................... 3-6
Dimensions. Vehicle
............................ 6-65
Dolby B Noise Reduction
........................ 3-15
Dome Lamp Bulb Replacement
.................... 6-39
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Security System
................................ 2-12
Service
........................................ 6-2
Bulletins. Ordering
....................... 8-1 1. 8- 12
Parts Identification Label
....................... 6-57
Publications. Ordering
.................... 8-1 1. 8- 12
Work. Doing Your Own
......................... 6-2
Service and Appearance Care
...................... 6-1
Service and Owner Publications
.............. 8- 1 1. 8- 12
OrderinginCanada
........................... 8-12
Service Publications
........................ 8- 11. 8- 12
Sheet Metal Damage
............................ 6-55
ShiftLever
............................... 2-20. 2-24
Shiftspeeds
................................... 2-25
Shifting Automatic Transaxle
.......................... 2- 19
Into Park
(P) ................................. 2-27
Manual Transaxle
............................. 2-24
OutofPark
.................................. 2-29
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
..................... 1-17
Signaling Turns
................................ 2-34
Skidding
...................................... 4- 14
Sound Equipment. Adding
........................ 3-22
Spare Tire. Compact
............................. 5-33
Specifications and Capacities
...................... 6-63
Specifications. Engine
........................... 6-65
Speedometer
................................... 2-64
SRS ......................................... 1-23
Stains. Cleaning
................................ 6-50
Manuals. Ordering
....................... 8- 11 . 8- 12
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
........... 1-29
Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance
............... 8-4 Starter Switch Check
............................ 7-32
Starting Your Engine
.................. 2.15.2.16. 2.17
Steam
........................................ 5-14
Steering ...................................... 4-10
In Emergencies
............................... 4-11
Power
................................. 4.10. 6.29
Tips
........................................ 4-10
Wheel. Tilt
.................................. 2-33
Storage Compartments
........................... 2-47
Storage. Vehicle
................................ 6-35
Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice
or Snow .................. 5-34
Sunvisors
.................................... 2-48
Sunroof
....................................... 2-49
Supplemental Restraint System
.................... 1-23
Surge Tank. Coolant
............................. 5-16
Surge Tank Pressure Cap
......................... 6-28
Symbols. Vehicle vlu e.. ................................
Tachometer .................................. 2-65
Taillamp Bulb Replacement
....................... 6-37
TapePlayerCare
............................... 3-23
Theft
......................................... 2-11
Theft-Deterrent Feature. CD Player
................ 3-20
Thermostat
.................................... 6-28
Third Gear. Automatic Transaxle
................... 2-23
Third Gear. Manual Transaxle
..................... 2-25
Tilt Steering Wheel
............................. 2-33
Time. Setting the
................................ 3-7
Tirechains
.................................... 6-47
TireLoading
................................... 4-31
THEFTLOCK"
................................ 3-20
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