2000 CHEVROLET CAVALIER height

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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster (4-Door Models)
Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt
adjuster to the height that is right for you.To move it down, squeeze the release button and move
the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move
the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt
guide. After you move the adjuster to where you want it,
try to move it down without squeezing the release button
to make sure it has locked into position.
Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the
belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be
away from your face and neck, but not falling off
your shoulder.

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A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions
a child upright to face forward in the vehicle.
These forward
-facing restraints are designed to
help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs.
(9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches
(66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four
years of age. One type, a convertible restraint, is
designed to be used either as a rear
-facing infant
seat or a forward
-facing child seat.

6-32 Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc
brakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderate or
heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly.
If you drive in that way, then
-- very carefully -- make
a few moderate brake stops about every 1,000 miles
(1 600 km), so your brakes will adjust properly.
If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal, your
rear drum brakes may need adjustment. Adjust them by
backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times.
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many
parts have to be of top quality and work well together
if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your
vehicle was designed and tested with top
-quality GM
brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking
system
-- for example, when your brake linings wear
down and you have to have new ones put in
-- be sure
you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you
don't, your brakes may no longer work properly. For
example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong
for your vehicle, the balance between your front and
rear brakes can change
-- for the worse. The braking
performance you've come to expect can change in many
other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement
brake parts.

6-47 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced
carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are
not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear
or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the
alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your
vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted
or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel,
wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the
wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum
wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your
dealer if any of these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Each new wheel should have the same load
-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the
same way as the one it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts
or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original
equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the
right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle.
CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts
or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
It could affect the braking and handling of your
vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you
lose control. You could have a collision in which
you or others could be injured. Always use
the correct wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts
for replacement.
NOTICE:
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 ªChanging a Flat Tireº in the Index for
more information.

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Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter
2.2L AC Type A
-1172C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4L AC Type A
-1172C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Filter
2.2L AC Type PF
-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4L AC Type PF
-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plugs
2.2L AC Type 41
-928 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gap: 0.040 inch (1.02 mm)
2.4L AC Type 41
-963 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gap: 0.050 inch (1.27 mm)
Windshield Wiper Blade
(Shepherd's Hook Type)
Left Side 22 inches (56 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Right Side 17 inches (43 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Dimensions
Length
All Models 180.3 inches (458.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Width
All Models 75.4 inches (191.5 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height
Coupe 53.2 inches (135.1 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sedan 54.9 inches (139.4 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Convertible 53.9 inches (136.9 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheelbase
All Models 104.1 inches (264.4 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Tread
All Models 57.6 inches (146.3 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Tread
All Models 56.8 inches (144.3 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . .