1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER cooling

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Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably
distilled) and one-half
DEX-COOL@ coolant which
won’t damage aluminum parts.
If you use this mixture,
you don’t need to add anything else.
Adding only plain water to your cooling system
can be dangerous. Plain water,
or some other
liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper
coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant
warning system is set for the proper coolant
mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture,
your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t
get the overheat warning. Your engine could
catch fire and you or others could be burned.
Use
a 50/50 mixture of clean water and
DEX-COOL@ coolant.
NOTICE:
If you use an improper coolant mixture, your
engine could overheat and be badly damaged.
The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty.
Too much water in the mixture can
freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core
and other parts.
If you have to add coolant more than four times a year,
have your dealer check your cooling system.
NOTICE:
If you use the proper coolant, you don’t have to
add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to
improve the system. These can be harmful.
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The wrong wheel can also cause problems with
bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper
height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire
chain clearance to the body and chassis.
See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for more
information.
Used Replacement Wheels
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Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or
how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly
and cause an accident.
If you have to replace a
wheel, use a new
GM original equipment wheel.
’ire Chains
NOTICE:
If your vehicle has P195165R15 or P205/55R16
size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage
your vehicle because there’s not enough clearance.
Use another type
of traction device only if its
manufacturer recommends
it for use on your
vehicle and tire size combination and road
conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s
instructions.
To help avoid damage to your
vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the
device if it’s contacting your vehicle, and don’t
spin your wheels.
If you do find traction devices that will fit, install
them on the front tires.
NOTICE: (Continued)
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TRN-BL FA'-INJ
RR DFOG
CLUSTER
Usage
Exterior Lamps, Back-up Lamps
Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors
Rear Window Defogger
Instrument Cluster, Anti-Lock
Brake System
Fuse
CLSRCM
02 HTR
WIPER
ERLS
AIR BAG
PWR ACC
EXT LAMP
HVAC
Usage
Instrument Cluster,
Powertrain Control Module,
Daytime Running Lamps
Multiport Fuel Injection
Windshield Wipers,
Windshield Washers Automatic Transaxle, Brake
Transaxle Shift Interlock, A/C
Compressor, Cruise Control,
Multiport Fuel Injection
Supplemental Inflatable
Restraint System
Power Door Locks, Convertible
Top (Convertible Model Only)
Exterior Lamps, Instrument
Panel Lights
Heater and A/C Control,
Anti-lock Brake System,
Engine Cooling Fan
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The engine compartment fuse block is located on the
driver’s side
of the engine compartment. Lift off the
cover to check the fuses.
Fuse
IGN
BATT 1
BATT 2
ABS
COOLING FAN
TACH
BLO
PCM AIC
ABSEVO
GEN
Usage
Ignition Switch Circuits
Power ACC/Stoplamp Circuits
Lighting Circuits
Anti-Lock Brake System
Engine Cooling Fan
Tachometer
Heater and
A/C Blower
Powertrain Control Module
A/C Compressor
Anti-Lock Brake System
Gen Voltage Sensor (2.2L Engine)
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OUTSIDE LAMPS BULB
Back-up Lamps ......................... 3057
Front ParkingRurn Signal Lamps
BaseModel
........................... 3357
2-24Model
......................... 3357NA
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Inside
................................ 1141
Outside
............................... 912
Halogen Headlamps HigWLow Beam
...................... 9005/6
Tail/Turn Signal Lamps .................. 3057
Turn Signal Lamps (Rear Sedan)
.......... 3057
INSIDE LAMPS BULB
Domemeading Lamp (If Equipped)
Front
................................. 168
Rear
.................................. 194
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information.
Engine Crankcase ............ 4.0 quarts (3.8 L)
Automatic Transaxle
(3-Speed Automatic Transaxle)*
Pan Removal and Replacement ... 4.0 quarts (3.8 L)
After Complete Overhaul
........ 7.0 quarts (6.6 L)
*4-Speed Automatic Transaxle Not Owner Serviceable.
When draining or replacing torque convertec more
fluid may
be needed.
Manual Transaxle
Complete Drain and Refill ....... 2.0 quarts (1.9 L)
Cooling System
2.2L ....................... 10.3 quarts (9.8 L)
2.4L ...................... 10.7 quarts (10.1 L)
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-G/City Definition
Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
0 Most trips are through dusty areas.
You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle. (With some models, you should never
tow a trailer. See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.)
If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if
you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions
is that these conditions cause engine oil to break
down soonex
or other commercial application.
Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Change (or
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(or
6 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation.
Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions.
Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Inspection (2.2L Code
4 engine only).
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule
on
the following pages.
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1 Long Trip/Highway Definition
Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the
conditions from the Short TripKity Maintenance
Schedule is
true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle
is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used
off paved roads. Use the Short TripKity schedule for
these conditions.
Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under
highway conditions causes engine oil to break
down slowel:
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Long Trip/Highway Intervals - -
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first). Tire Rotation.
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Exhaust Gas
Recirculation (EGR) System Inspection
(2.2L Code 4
engine only). Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Fuel
Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule
on
the following pages.
Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first).

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IO0,OOO Miles (I66 000 km)
0 Inspect spark plug wires (except 2.4L Code T engine).
0 Replace spark plugs.
0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
An Emission Control Service.
An Emission Control Service.
under one or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly r\
eaches 90°F
(32 O C) or higher.
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- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and
filter do not require changing.
Manual transaxle fluid doesn’t require change.
150,000 Miles (240 000 km)
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service,
whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index
for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.\
Pressure test
cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
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