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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+

Electric Cooling Fans -> Passenger Cars Except Saturn -> Component Replacement -> 1998 -> 1999 -> 1999-2000 -> 2.2L Engines -> 2.4L Engine -> 2000 -> 2000 Bonneville & LeSabre -> Achieva, Skylark & 1998 Grand Am -> Alero & 1999-2000 Grand Am -> Aurora & Riviera -> Camaro & Firebird -> Catera -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Century, Grand Prix & Regal -> Corvette -> Cutlass & Malibu -> DeVille -> Eighty Eight, LSS, Park Avenue, Regency & 1998-99 Bonneville & LeSabre -> Eldorado -> Impala -> Intrigue -> Lumina & Monte Carlo -> Metro -> Prizm -> Seville
Vehicle: 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

Achieva, Skylark & 1998 Grand Am
  • Remove fan bolt, then disconnect fan motor electrical connector.
  • Remove cooling fan assembly.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Alero & 1999-2000 Grand Am
  • Remove bolt retaining A/C line.
  • Remove four upper fan bolts.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove four lower fan bolts.
  • Disconnect electrical connector, then remove fan from shroud.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Aurora & Riviera
  • Disconnect electrical connector and wiring harness from fan motor and fan.
  • Re...

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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+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Achieva, Beretta, Cavalier, Century, Corsica, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser, Cutlass Supreme, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Lumina, Regal, Skylark, Sunbird & 1993-94 Camaro, Firebird & Prizm (Delco-Moraine VI Type) -> System Service -> ABS HYDRAULIC MODULATOR ASSEMBLY -> BRAKE CONTROL SOLENOID ASSEMBLY -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Cutlass Supreme, Grand Prix, Lumina & Regal -> ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE (EBCM) -> Except Cutlass Supreme, Grand Prix, Lumina & Regal -> FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR -> MANUAL BLEED -> PRESSURE BLEED -> REAR WHEEL BEARING & SPEED SENSOR
Vehicle: 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 3.1 V6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Before bleeding the rear brakes, the rear displacement cylinder pistons must be returned to their top most position. Using a TECH 1 scan tool or suitable equivalent, enter the manual control function and "APPLY" the rear motor. Ensure the enable relay is "ON." If a scan tool is not available, bleed the front brakes to ensure that a firm brake pedal exists, then carefully drive vehicle over 4 mph to cause the ABS to initialize itself. This will return the rear displacement cylinder to the top position. The entire brake system should now be rebled.

PRESSURE BLEED

To pre...

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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 Replacement -> Except Aveo, Chevette 1.8L Diesel, Corvette, GTO, LaCrosse, Malibu (2004-06) & Malibu Maxx, Vibe, XLR, 2004-05 Corvette & 1998-2002 Metro & Prizm
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the v...

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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: 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 3.1 V6 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 -> Active Handling System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 2.4 L4 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. The lamp will also come on as the system is...

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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+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect negative battery cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition outlet hose clamp from cylinder head.
  • Remove outlet hose from cylinder head.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Reposition hose clamp from surge tank pipe.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from surge tank pipe.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radia...

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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: 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier RS 2.2 L4 GAS

  • 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+.

Behind Instrument Cluster  Diagram for 1989 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2.8 V6 GASBehind Instrument Cluster Diagram for 1989 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Turn Flasher
  • Splice S205
  • Ground G200
  • Top Of Transmission Diagram for 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier  2.2 L4 BI-FUELTop Of Transmission Diagram for 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 BI-FUEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Backup Lamp Switch
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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.

    2002 Chevrolet Cavalier  2.2 L4 BI-FUEL Wiring Diagram2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 BI-FUEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Backup Lamp Switch
  • Park/Neutral Position Switch
  • 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier RS 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1991 Chevrolet Cavalier RS 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Brake Switch
  • High Level Stoplight
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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: INSPECT/MAINT PROCEDURE - BRAKE PAD/CALIPER/KNUCKLE
    Vehicle: 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier RS 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Brakes, Power Brakes, Traction Control
  • Document: USE RECOMMENDED TIRE MOUNTING LUBRICANT TO PREVENT TIRES FROM SLIPPING ON CHROME WHEELS
    Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 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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