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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks from 1990+

A/C Data -> Domestic Passenger Cars -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 1992-2002 -> 2003-04
Vehicle: 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier RS 2.2 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Brake Distribution Valve & Switch -> Brake Warning Lamp Switches -> Combination Valve -> Components -> Diagonally Split System -> Failure Warning Switch -> Fluid Level Sensor -> Front & Rear Split System -> Metering Valve -> Proportioning Or Pressure Control Valve -> Warning Lamp
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

Front & Rear Split System

When the brake pedal is depressed, both the primary (front brake) and the secondary (rear brake) master cylinder pistons are moved simultaneously to exert hydraulic fluid pressure on their respective systems.

If the rear brake system fails, initial brake pedal movement will cause the unrestricted secondary piston to bottom in the master cylinder bore. Primary piston movement will displace hydraulic fluid in the primary section of the master cylinder to actuate the front brake system.

If the front brake system fails, initial brake pedal movement will cause the ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-06 Gasoline Engine Models Except Catera, LeMans (1988-93) Metro, Nova (1985-88), Saturn & Sprint -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 3.1 V6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Install a brass drift or a screwdriver to prevent rotor from turning.
  • Remove shaft nut and washer.
  • Remove brake caliper from steering knuckle and suspend caliper assembly.
  • Remove rotor from hub and bearing assembly, then stabilizer shaft or link from control arm.
  • Remove ball joint from steering knuckle.
  • Remove drive axle from transaxle ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect electrical connections to alternator.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm, using a suitabl...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 BI-FUEL

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. If the air b...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Drain and recover engine coolant into suitable container.
  • Remove hood latch support from mounting plate.
  • Remove both headlamp assemblies.
  • Remove radiator upper mounts.
  • Raise and support vehicle using suitable lift.
  • Disconnect forward discriminating sensor electrical connector.
  • Remove cooling fan.
  • Remove lower radiator hose from radiator.
  • Remove lower transaxle...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 BI-FUEL

  • Remove coolant reservoir.
  • Rotate tensioner clockwise with a 15mm wrench ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Center Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier  2.2 L4 GASFront Center Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Auxiliary Discriminating Sensor
  • A/C Condenser Assembly
  • Hood Latch Support Bracket
  • Lower Rear Of Car, Front Of Fuel Tank Diagram for 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier  2.2 L4 GASLower Rear Of Car, Front Of Fuel Tank Diagram for 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector C-313
  • Body Wiring Harness Connector
  • Fuel Tank Sender Lead
  • Fuel Tank Sender Pipes
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1994 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1994 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter Solenoid
  • Battery
  • Starter Motor
  • Clutch Pedal Position Switch
  • Park/Neutral Position Switch
  • 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1993 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Washer Switch
  • Wiper Switch Assembly
  • Washer Pump
  • Wiper Motor Assembly
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: WARRANTY - CHANGES TO GENERAL MOTORS VEHICLE INQUIRY SYSTEM (GMVIS)
    Vehicle: 1989 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: INFO - TIRE CHARACTERISTICS OF GM ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Chevrolet Cavalier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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