2003 CHEVROLET CAVALIER center console

Keys...............................................................2-2
Remote Keyless Entry System.........................2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation...........2-4
Doors and Locks.............................................2-7
Door Locks....................................................2-7
Power Door Locks..........................................2-8
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-9
Lockout Protection........................................2-10
Leaving Your Vehicle....................................2-10
Trunk..........................................................2-10
Windows........................................................2-13
Manual Windows..........................................2-14
Power Windows............................................2-14
Sun Visors...................................................2-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................2-15
Content Theft-Deterrent.................................2-15
Passlock
ž....................................................2-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-17
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-17
Ignition Positions..........................................2-17
Starting Your Engine.....................................2-19
Engine Coolant Heater..................................2-21
Automatic Transaxle Operation.......................2-22Manual Transaxle Operation...........................2-25
Parking Brake..............................................2-26
Shifting Into Park (P)
(Automatic Transaxle)................................2-27
Shifting Out of Park (P)
(Automatic Transaxle)................................2-29
Parking Your Vehicle
(Manual Transaxle)....................................2-29
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-30
Engine Exhaust............................................2-30
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked. . . .2-31
Mirrors...........................................................2-32
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................2-32
Outside Remote Control Mirror.......................2-32
Outside Power Mirrors...................................2-32
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-33
Outside Breakaway Mirror..............................2-33
OnStaržSystem.............................................2-34
Storage Areas................................................2-35
Cupholder(s)................................................2-35
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-35
Convenience Net..........................................2-36
Sunroof.........................................................2-36
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Manual Windows
On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window
crank to open and close each window.
Power Windows
If your vehicle has this feature, the switches on the
center console control each of the power windows when
the ignition is on. In addition, on four-door models,
each rear passenger door has a control switch for its
own window.To lower a window, press and hold the rear of the
switch. To raise the window, press and hold the switch
forward.
Express-Down Window
The driver's window switch has an express-down
feature. The driver's window can be opened to the
desired position by pressing the rear of the switch to the
®rst detent. To use the express-down feature, press
the rear of the switch all the way down. The window will
continue going down until fully opened.
To stop the window while it is lowering, brie¯y press the
switch forward, then release it.
Window Lock-Out
Four-door models also have a lock-out switch. Press the
lock-out switch to disable the rear passenger's power
window switches. This will prevent rear passengers from
opening and closing the windows. The driver can still
control all windows with the switch in the lock position.
Press the lock-out switch again to enable the
passenger's window switches.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You
can also swing them to the side.
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OnStaržPersonal Calling
With OnStaržPersonal Calling, you have a safer way to
stay connected while driving. It's a hands-free wireless
phone that's integrated into your vehicle. You can place
calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no
contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees. To
®nd out more about OnStar
žPersonal Calling, refer
to the OnStaržowner's guide in your vehicle's glove
box, or call OnStaržat 1-888-4-ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827).
OnStaržVirtual Advisor
With OnStaržVirtual Advisor you can listen to your
favorite news, entertainment and information topics,
such as traffic and weather reports, stock quotes
and sports scores. You listen to your e-mail through
your vehicle's speakers, and reply with your hands on
the wheel and your eyes on the road.
A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required
prior to delivery of OnStar
žservices and prepaid
calling minutes are also required for OnStaržPersonal
Calling and OnStaržVirtual Advisor use. Terms and
conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be
found at www.onstar.com.
Storage Areas
Cupholder(s)
There are two cupholders located at the front of the
center console, in front of the shift lever. There are also
cupholders for the rear seat passengers located
under the center console lid. Open the center console
lid all the way to uncover the rear cupholders. There
may also be a large, removable cupholder inside of the
center console lid.
Center Console Storage Area
To open the center console, pull the lift lever up and the
lid back.
To close the center console, push the lid down until it
clicks.
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Accessory Power Outlets
The accessory power outlet can be used to connect
electrical equipment such as a cellular phone or
CB radio.
The accessory power outlet is located on the lower
console on the passenger's side.
To use the outlet, remove the cover. When not in use,
always cover the outlet with the protective cap.
Notice:When using an accessory power outlet,
maximum electrical load must not exceed ®ve amps.
Always turn off any electrical equipment when not
in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for extended
periods will drain your battery.
Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible
with the accessory power outlet and could result
in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a
problem, see your dealer for additional information
on the accessory power outlet.
Notice:Adding some electrical equipment to your
vehicle can damage it or keep other things from
working as they should. This wouldn't be covered by
your warranty. Check with your dealer before
adding electrical equipment, and never use anything
that exceeds the amperage rating.When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the
installation instructions included with the equipment.
Notice:Power outlets are designed for accessory
plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory
or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter.
To use the lighter, just push it in all the way and let
go. When it's ready, it will pop back out by itself.
Notice:Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your
hand while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to
back away from the heating element when it's
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
To clean the center console ashtray, remove the entire
ashtray and empty it. The ashtray can be placed in
the rear cupholder for the rear seat passengers to use.
Notice:Don't put papers or other ¯ammable
items into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other
smoking materials could ignite them, causing
a damaging ®re.
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Automatic Transaxle........................................2-19
Fluid..........................................................5-20
Operation...................................................2-22
B
Backing Up....................................................4-38
Battery Replacement......................................... 2-6
Battery Run-Down Protection............................3-15
Battery..........................................................5-39
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-21
Body Lubrication Service..................................6-20
Brake Fluid....................................................5-35
Brake Wear...................................................5-37
Brake............................................................2-26
Parking......................................................2-26
System Inspection.......................................6-24
System Warning Light..................................3-26
Brakes..........................................................5-35
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-17
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-45
Back-Up Lamps...........................................5-49
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps.............5-47
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-45
Headlamps.................................................5-45Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-49
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps..................5-48
Buying New Tires...........................................5-55C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-5
Caliper/Knuckle MaintenanceInspection.............6-24
Canada ± Customer Assistance.......................... 7-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Canadian Roadside Assistance........................... 7-7
Canceling the Rear Door Security Lock............... 2-9
Capacities and Speci®cations............................5-85
Carbon Monoxide...........4-24, 4-34, 4-40, 2-10, 2-30
Care of.........................................................5-74
Safety Belts................................................5-74
Your Cassette Tape Player............................3-77
Your CD Player...........................................3-78
Your CDs ...................................................3-78
Cassette Tape Messages.................................3-72
Cassette Tape Player Service...........................6-19
CD Adapter Kits.............................................3-73
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-35
Chains, Tires..................................................5-59
Charging System Light....................................3-25
Check Engine Light.........................................3-30
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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
(Four Door Models).....................................1-17
Skidding........................................................4-14
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips.......................4-18
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems.....................5-72
Speci®cations, Capacities.................................5-85
Speedometer..................................................3-23
Starter Switch Check.......................................6-21
Starting Your Engine...............................2-19, 2-20
Steering in Emergencies..................................4-11
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive
Axle Boot and Seal Inspection.......................6-23
Steering Tips..................................................4-10
Steering........................................................4-10
Storage Areas................................................2-35
Center Console Storage Area........................2-35
Convenience Net.........................................2-36
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-35
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools..........................5-68
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools.......................5-69
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-29
Sun Visors.....................................................2-14
Sunroof.........................................................2-36T
Tachometer....................................................3-23
Taillamps.......................................................5-48
Turn Signal Lamps......................................5-48
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-76
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-15
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-15
Passlock
ž...................................................2-16
Throttle System Inspection...............................6-23
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-5
Tire In¯ation Check.........................................6-19
Tires.............................................................5-51
Buying New Tires........................................5-55
Chains.......................................................5-59
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-61
Compact Spare Tire.....................................5-70
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-60
In¯ation -- Tire Pressure...............................5-52
Inspection and Rotation................................5-53
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-56
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-57
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-57
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-54
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