1998 Chevrolet Cavalier Owners Manual

Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.)

Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades, Cleaning” in the Index. Manual Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See “Manual Transaxle” in the Index. Check for leaks. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed.

Automatic Transaxle Check (Three-Speed Only) Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed.

Automatic Transaxle Inspection (Four-Speed Only) It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Check for leaks. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your Chevrolet dealership Service Department and have it repaired as soon as possible. Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See “Hydraulic Clutch Fluid” in the Index. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once.

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Switch Check -

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When you are doing move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

is check, the vehicle could

Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine. The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor. If the starter works when the clutch isn’t pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service.

At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D.

Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door and rear compartment hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the primary and secondary hood latches, glove box door, console door and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

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Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check (Automatic Transaxle)

r A CAUTION:

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

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2.

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Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake’’ in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.

Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. 0 With an automatic transaxle, the key should turn to

LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).

0 With a manual transaxle, the key should turn

to LOCK only when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R).

On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should turn to LOCK only when you press the key button. On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK. Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right. It should only lock when turned to the right.

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Parking Brake and Automatic Wansaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check

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When you are doing this c x k , your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.

Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.

To check the parking brake's holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL, (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release all brakes.

Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect .

flush any

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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspecrlons and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary.

Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams. holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year. Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables.

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Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in fi-equent brakin,g.. Caliper/KnucMe Maintenance Inspection If you operate your vehicle in a highly corrosive environment, as indicated by the shaded areas on the map following this text, your vehicle may require additional brake service. Refer to the appropriate GM Service Bulletin for the proper caliper inspection procedure. As necessary, caliper pins and knuckle brake pad abutments should be lubricated at every other tire rotation. Also, see your GM dealer’s service department or qualified service center for additional information.

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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer.

USAGE

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index.

50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and use only GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL@ or Havoline@ DEX-COOL@ Coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

USAGE

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Hydraulic Brake System

Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 12377967 or equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid).

Brake Fluid

Hydraulic Clutch System

Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid).

Power Steering System

Manual

Automatic Transaxle

Cylinders

GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, 105001 7 - 1 quart, or equivalent). Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 12345349 Transaxle or equivalent).

DEXRON@-I11 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Key Lock Superlube % (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

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USAGE

FLUIDLUBRICANT

USAGE

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Lubriplate@ Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB.

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Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Superlube % (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

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Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).

Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage

Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Clutch Linkage Pivot Points

Engine Oil.

Chassis Lubrication

Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Windshield Washer Solvent

GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent.

Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl

Hood and Door Hinges

Weatherstrip Conditioning

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Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval.

Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.

Maintenance Record

ODOMETER READING SERVICED

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MAINTENANCE PERFORMm

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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet service publications and how to report any safety defects.

if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain

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Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program Canadian Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

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Warranty Information Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada

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Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Chevrolet dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager.

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STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222- 1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate:

In Mexico: (525) 625-3256

0 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or

1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)

0 In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994

In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-41 35 (English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish)

0 In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 0 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British

Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122

0 In all other Caribbean countries: (809) 763- 13 15

In other overseas locations, call GM Overseas Distribution Corporation in Canada at: (905) 644-4 11 2.

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Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices. When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern. Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative:

Your name, address, home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.) Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern

We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Chevrolet, address your inquiry to:

Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007-7047

In Canada, write to:

General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

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Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Progr

Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872). This toll-free number will provide you over-the-phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems. If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone, our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers. Roadside membership is free, however some services may incur costs. Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer, Basic Care and Courtesy” Care: 0 Toll-free number, 1 -800-CHEV-USA 0 Free towing for warranty repairs

Basic over-the-phone technical advice

0 Available dealer services at reasonable costs (i.e.,

wrecker services, locksmithkey service, glass repair, etc.)

To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 1998 Chevrolet, membership in Roadside Assistance is free.

ROADSIDE Courtesy R*l Care PROVIDES:

Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined previously) Plus: FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer from a legal roadway) FREE LocksmitWKey Service (when keys are lost on the road or locked inside) FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road) FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road) FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on the road)

Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 1998 Chevrolet passenger car and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.) Note: Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease customers operating 1998 and newer Chevrolet vehicles for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km), whichever occurs first. All Courtesy Care services must be pre-arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer Service Management. Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time.

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For complete program details, see your Chevrolet dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure. The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service. When roadside services are required, our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may be incurred for utilizing outside services. For prompt assistance when calling, please have the following available to give to the advisor: 0 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 0 License plate number

Please refer to the Roadside Assistance brochure inside your owner information portfolio for full program details. Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services.

Vehicle color

0 Vehicle location

Telephone number where you can be reached Vehicle mileage Description of problem

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Chevrolet Courtesy Transportation is not part of the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time without notification.

0 For additional program details, contact your

Chevrolet dealer.

Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Chevrolet will reimburse up to $30/day for documented transportation you receive. For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. The Roadside Assistance program is available only in the United States and Canada. In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation.

Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retail purchasers of 1998 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks (please see your selling dealer for details). Courtesy Transportation includes:

One way shuttle ride for any warranty repair completed during the same day. Up to $30 maximum daily vehicle rental allowance for any Overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR Up to $30 maximum daily cab, bus or other transportation allowance in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR Up to $10 daily fuel allowance for rides provided by another person (i.e., fi-iend, neighbor, etc.) in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to five days. Note: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your Chevrolet dealer service management. Claim amounts should reflect all actual costs.

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GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Chevrolet and your Chevrolet dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful. There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these disagreements, Chevrolet voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE.

BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes. This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the following address:

BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203- 1804 Telephone: 1-800-955-5 100

To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and a statement of the nature of your complaint. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors.

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We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made. Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5 100 or the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222- 1020. Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:

Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario K1G 352

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-222-1020 or write:

Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007-7047

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LlH 8P7

Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles. The toll-free telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1-800-668-5539.

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1998 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can

be purchased by filling out

the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing

it in with your check, money order,

or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)

SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for the 1998 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $40.00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.

CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 CHEVROLET OWNER’S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $1 5.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $1 0.00 CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle.

OR ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356

Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM Eastern lime For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover)

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0 Section 9 Index

Adapter Kit. CD ............................... 3- 15 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle . . . . . . 6-3 AirBag ....................................... 1-23 How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-27 How it Works ................................ 1-25 Location .................................... 1-25 Readiness Light ......................... 1-23, 2-66 Servicing ................................... 1-29 What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-27 What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-26 Aircleaner .................................... 6-17 Air Conditioning ................................ 3-4 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-64 Alignment and Balance, Tire ...................... 6-46 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...................... 6-54 Antenna, Fixed ................................. 3-24 Antifreeze ..................................... 6-25 Anti-Lock ................................ 2-68, 4-7 Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-68, 4-7 Brakes ...................................... 4-7 Anti-Theft, Radio .............................. 3-20 Appearancecare ............................... 6-48 Appearance Care Materials ....................... 6-56 Arbitration Program .............................. 8-9

Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Audio Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-22 Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Auto-Down Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32 Automatic Overdrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18, 6-21 Gear Positions ............................... 2-20 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 Park Mechanism Check ........................ 7-34 Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 Starting Your Engine .......................... 2-15

Back-up Lamps Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-38 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35 Charging System Light ........................ 2-67 Jump Starting ................................. 5-3 Replacement. Keyless Entry ..................... 2-9 Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3, 5-5 BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-9 Better Business Bureau Mediation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Blizzard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26

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Adjustment .................................. 6-34 Fluid ....................................... 6-31 Master Cylinder .............................. 6-3 1 Parking ..................................... 2-26 PedalTravel ................................. 6-34 Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-34 System Warning Light ......................... 2-67 Trailer ...................................... 4-36 Transaxle Shift Interlock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33 Wear ....................................... 6-33 Brakes.Anti -Lock ............................... 4-7 Braking ........................................ 4-6 Braking in Emergencies .......................... 4- 10 .......................... 2- 13 Break-In. New Vehicle BTSICheck ................................... 7-33 Bulb Replacement .............................. 6-35 Back-up Lamps .............................. 6-38 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp ............ 6-38. 6-39 Dome Lamp ................................. 6-39 RearTurnSignal ............................. 6-37 Taillamp .................................... 6-37 Bypass Switch. Convertible Top ................... 2-57

Canadian Roadside Assistance .................... Capacities and Specifications ...................... Carbon Monoxide .......... 2.10.2.30.2.31.4.27. 4.36 Cassette Deck Service ........................... Cassette Tape Player ........................ Care ....................................... CD Adapter Kit ................................

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6.38. 6.39

3-24 3-16 Theft-Deterrent Feature ........................ 3-20 2-47

CDCare ...................................... CDPlayer ..................................... Center Console Storage Area ...................... Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement ............................ Center Rear Passenger Position .................... 1-36 Certification Label .............................. 4-31 Chains. Safety ................................. 4-36 ................................... 6-47 Chains. Tire Changing a Flat Tire ............................. 5-23 Check Engine Light ............................. 2-71 Check Gages Light .............................. 2-76 Checking Your Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-55 Chemical Paint Spotting .......................... 6-55 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-40 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . 1-45 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position .......... 1-48 Securing in the Passenger Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . 1-50 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-50 Top Strap ................................... 1-45 WheretoPut ................................ 1-44 Cigarette Lighter ............................... 2-48 ....................... Circuit Breakers and Fuses 6-59 Cleaner. Air ................................... 6-17 Cleaning ...................................... 6-48 Aluminum Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 ConvertibleTop .............................. 6-53 Exterior LampsLenses ........................ 6-52 Fabric ...................................... 6-49 Glass ....................................... 6-51

Inside of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-49 Instrument Panel ............................. 6-50 Interior Plastic Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 1 Outside of Your Vehicle ........................ 6-52 Special Problems ............................. 6-50 Stains ...................................... 6-50 Tires ....................................... 6-54 Vinyl ....................................... 6-50 Wheels ..................................... 6-54 Windshield and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 Climate Control System. Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Climate Control System with Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Clock. Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Clutch Fluid. Hydraulic .......................... 6-24 Clutch. Hydraulic ............................... 6-24 Comfort Controls ................................ 3-2 Compact Disc AdapterKit .................................. Care ....................................... Player ...................................... Theft-Deterrent Feature ........................ Compact Disc Player ............................ Care ....................................... Compact Spare Tire ............................. Control of a Vehicle .............................. Convenience Net ............................... Convertible Top Bypassswitch ............................... Cleaning .................................... Installing the Boot ............................ Lowering ...................................

3-15 3-24 3-16 3-20 3-16 3-24 5-33 4-5 2-47

2-57 6-53 2-51 2-4 9

Lowering Manually ........................... 2-57 Operation ................................... 2-49 Raising ..................................... 2-56 Raising Manually ............................. 2-57 Removing the Boot ........................... 2-54 Convex Outside Mirror .......................... 2-46 Coolant ....................................... 6-25 Heater. Engine ............................... 2-18 SurgeTank .................................. 5-16 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ....................... 6-28 Cooling System ................................ 5-16 Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-8 Cruise Control ................................. 2-36 Cupholders .................................... 2-47 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Damage. Finish ............................... 6-55 Damage. Sheet Metal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-55 Daytime Running Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40 DeadBattery ................................... 5-3 Defects. Reporting Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10 Defensive Driving ............................... 4-2 Defogger. Rear Window .......................... 3-6 Defogging ..................................... 3-6 Defrosting ..................................... 3-6 Dimensions. Vehicle ............................ 6-65 Dolby B Noise Reduction ........................ 3-15 Dome Lamp Bulb Replacement .................... 6-39

9-3

Door Locks ..................................... 2-4 Drive. Automatic Transaxle ....................... 2-22 1 - 14 Driver Position ................................. Driving City ........................................ 4-19 Defensive .................................... 4-2 Drunken ..................................... 4-3 Freeway .................................... 4-20 In a Blizzard ................................. 4-26 ........................... 6-5 In Foreign Countries In the Rain .................................. 4-16 Night ...................................... 4-15 .................................. 4-10 On Curves On Grades While Towing a Trailer ............... 4-38 On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-22 On Snow and Ice ............................. 4-25 Through Water ............................... 4- 18 WetRoads .................................. 4-16 Winter ...................................... 4-24 With a Trailer ................................ 4-36 ................................ 4-3

Drunken Driving

........... 2.16.3.22. 6.58

E a s y Entry Seat ................................ 1-6 Electrical Equipment. Adding Electrical System ............................... 6-58 Engine .................................. 6.10. 6.11 Coolant ..................................... 6-25 Coolant Heater ............................... 2- 18 Coolant Level Check .......................... 7-30 ..................... 2-70 Coolant Temperature Gage

9-4

Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10.2.30.2.31.4.27. 4.36 Fuse Block .................................. 6-62 Identification ................................ 6-57 OilLevelCheck .............................. 7-30 Overheating ................................. 5-14 Running While Parked ......................... 2-31 Specifications ................................ 6-65 Starting Your ...................... 2.15.2.16. 2.17 Engineoil .................................... 6-12 Adding ..................................... 6-13 Additives ................................... 6-16 Checking ................................... 6-13 Used ....................................... 6-16 What To Use ................................. 6-14 Whentochange .............................. 6-16 Enhanced Traction System ......................... 4-8 Active Light ............................. Operation .................................... 4-8 Warning Light 6-4 4-8

Ethanol ........................................ ETS ..........................................

2.70. 4.9 ........................... 2.69. 4.9

Active Light ............................. Warning Light

2.70. 4.9 ........................... 2.69. 4.9

Exhaust. Engine ................. 2.10.2.30.4.27. 4.36 Exterior Lamps ................................. 2-40 Exterior LampsLenses. Cleaning .................. 6-52

Fabric Cleaning ............................... Fabric Protection ............................... ..................... Fifth Gear. Manual Transaxle

6-49 6-50 2-25

Language

.............. 2.22. 2.24

Filling a Portable Fuel Container .................... 6-7 Filling Your Tank ................................ 6-5 Filter. Air ................................ 6-17. 6-64 Finishcare .................................... 6-52 Finish Damage ................................. 6-55 en Franqais First Gear. Automatic Transaxle First Gear. Manual Transaxle ...................... 2-25 Flashers. Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Flash-To-Pass ................................. 2-34

Warning ............................. 5-23 Flat Tire. Changing Fluids and Lubricants ............................ 7-37 FogLamps .................................... 2-42 Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-5 Fourth Gear. Manual Transaxle .................... 2-25 .. French 11 Front Reading Lamps ............................ 2-44 FrontTowing .................................. 5-10 Fuel .......................................... 6-3 Filling a Portable Container ...................... 6-7 Filling Your Tank .............................. 6-5 Gage ....................................... 2-76 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5 ....................... 6-59

...........................

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

Flashers

Gages

Engine Coolant Temperature .................... Fuel ....................................... Speedometer ................................. Tachometer ..................................

2-70 2-76 2-64 2-65 GAWR ....................................... 4-31

Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle ................ 2-20 Gear Positions. Manual Transaxle .................. 2-24 Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-31 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-31 .. ................................. Guide 11 GVWR ....................................... 4-31

Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-35 .......................... Hazard 5-2 ................................. Head Restraints 1-5 Headlamps .................................... 2-40 Bulb Replacement ............................ 6-36 ...................... High/Low Beam Changer 2-34 OnReminder ................................ 2-40 Wiring ..................................... 6-58 Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Heating ........................................ 3-5 High-Beam Headlamps .......................... 2-34 Highway Hypnosis .............................. 4-22 Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-22 Hitches. Trailer ................................. 4-36 Hood Checking Things Under ......................... 6-8 Prop ........................................ 6-9 Release ...................................... 6-8 Horn ......................................... 2-32 Hydraulic Clutch ............................... 6-24 Fluid ....................................... 6-24 Systemcheck ................................ 7-31 Hydroplaning .................................. 4-18

9-5

Ignition Positions .............................. 2- 13 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check .................... 7-33 Illuminated Entry ............................... 2-43 Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-41 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45 Inspections .................................... 7-35 Brake System ................................ 7-36 CaliperIKnuckle .............................. 7-36 Engine Cooling System ........................ 7-35 Exhaust System .............................. 7-35 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-35 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal ................... 7-35 Steering .................................... 7-35 Suspension .................................. 7-35 Throttle System .............................. 7-35 Installing the Boot .............................. 2-51 Instrumentpanel ............................... 2-60 Cleaning .................................... 6-50 Cluster ................................ 2-62. 2-63 FuseBlock .................................. 6-59 Intensity Control ............................. 2-43 Intensity Control ............................... 2-43 Interior Lamps ................................. 2-43 Bulb Replacement ............................ 6-39

Jack. Tire Jump Starting ...................................

....................................

5-25 5-3

K e y Lock Cylinders Service ..................... 7-32 Key Release Button ............................. 2- 15

9-6

Keyless Entry System ............................ Keys ..........................................

2-6 2-2

Labels ....................................... 4-31 Certification ................................. 4-31 Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-57 Tire-Loading Information ...................... 4-31 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 Lamps ........................................ 2-40 Exterior .................................... 2-40 Fog ........................................ 2-42 FrontReading ................................ 2-44 Interior ..................................... 2-43 Map ....................................... 2-44 OnReminder ................................ 2-40 Latches, Seatback ................................ 1-5 Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-6 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running . . . . . . . 2-28 Lighter ....................................... 2-48 Lights

Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1-23, 2-66 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ............ 2-68, 4-7 Brake System Warning ......................... 2-67 Charging System ............................. 2-67 CheckEngine ................................ 2-71 CheckGages ................................ 2-76 Enhanced Traction System Active . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-70, 4-9 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light ..... 2-69, 4-9 ETS Active .............................. 2-70, 4-9 ETS Warning ............................ 2-69, 4-9 Interior ..................................... 2-43

Low Coolant Warning Oil Pressure ................................. Passlock@ Warning ........................... Safety Belt Reminder ...................... Up-Shift ...............................

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-71 2-73 2-75 1.8. 2.66 2.26. 2.75

Loading Your Vehicle ........................... 4-3 1 Locks ......................................... 2-4 Cylinders ................................... 7-32 Door ........................................ 2-4 Ignition Transaxle Check ....................... 7-33 Key Lock Cylinder Service ..................... 7-32 PowerDoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Rear Door Security ............................. 2-5 ...................... Low Coolant Warning Light 2-71 Lowering the Convertible Top Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-57 Lowering Your Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Lubricants and Fluids ............................ 7-37 Lubrication Service. Body ........................ 7-32

Maintenance. Normal Replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . 6-64 ............................ Maintenance Record 7-39 Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7- 1 Long Tripmighway Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6 Long Tripmighway Intervals ..................... 7-6 Owner Checks and Services ..................... 7-30 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ................ 7-35 ............. 7-37 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Scheduled Maintenance Services .................. 7-4 Short TripKity Definition ....................... 7-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5 Short Trip/City Intervals Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-55

Maintenance When Trailer Towing ................. 4-40 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 2-71 Manual Front Seat ............................... 1-2 Manual Lumbar Support .......................... 1-3 Manual Remote Control Mirror .................... 2-45 ManualTransaxle ............................... 2-15 Check ...................................... 7-31 Fluid ....................................... 6-22 Gear Positions ............................... 2-24 Operation ................................... 2-24 Shifting ..................................... 2-24 Starting Your Engine .......................... 2-15 Methanol ...................................... 6-4 Mirrors ....................................... 2-45 Convex Outside .............................. 2-46 Inside Daymight Rearview ..................... 2-45 Manual Remote Control ........................ 2-45 Power Remote Control ......................... 2-46 Mountain Roads ................................ 4-22 Multifunction Lever ............................. 2-33

Neutral. Automatic Transaxle .................... 2-21 Neutral. Manual Transaxle ........................ 2-25 New Vehicle “Break-In” ......................... 2-13 Nightvision ................................... 4-15

Odometer .................................... Odometer, Trip ................................. ............................. Off-Road Recovery

2-64 2-64 4-12

9-7

Oil. Engine .................................... 6-12 Oil Pressure Light .............................. 2-73 Overdrive, Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 Overheating Engine ............................. 5- 14 Owner Checks and Services ....................... 7-30 Owner Publications. Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 1, 8-12

Steering ............................... 4- 10. 6.29 Steering Fluid ................................ 6-29 Windows ................................... 2-32 Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts .................... 1-22 Problems on the Road ............................ 5-1 Publications, Service and Owner .............. 8- 11, 8- 12

6-55

Parking

2-20 2-27 2-29

Paint Spotting. Chemical ........................ Park Automatic Transaxle .......................... Shifting Into ................................. Shifting Out of ............................... AtNight .................................... 2-11 Brake ...................................... 2-26 Brake Mechanism Check ....................... 7-34 Lots ....................................... 2- 12 Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30 With a Trailer ................................ 4-39 Your Vehicle, Manual Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29 Passenger Position .................... 1-23, 1-30. 1-36 Passing ....................................... 4-12 With a Trailer ................................ 4-37 Passlock@ ..................................... 2-12 Warning Light ............................... 2-75 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-35 Power

DoorLocks ................................... Option Fuses ................................ Remote Control Mirror ........................

2-5 6-58 2-46

R a d i o Reception .............................. 3-22 Radios .......................... 3.7.3.9.3.11. 3.16 Rain. Driving In ................................ 4-16 Raising the Convertible Top Manually .............. 2-57 Raising Your Convertible Top ..................... 2-56 Rear Door Security Locks ........................... 2-5 Outside Seat Position .......................... 1-30 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ..................... 1-33 Seatpassengers .............................. 1-30 Towing ..................................... 5-12 Window Defogger ............................. 3-6 RearTowing ................................... 5-12 Rear Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ................ 6-37 Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-45 Rearview Mirror, Inside Daymight ................. 2-45 Reclining Front Seatbacks ......................... 1-4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............... 7-37 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...................... 4-28 Refrigerants. Air Conditioning .................... 6-64 Remote Trunk Release ........................... 2-11 ............................. Removing the Boot 2-54

9-8

Replacement

6-63 6-64 6-46 1-55 8-10

Bulbs ...................................... Parts ....................................... Wheel ...................................... Replacing Safety Belts ........................... Reporting Safety Defects ......................... Restraints Checking ................................... 1-55 Child ....................................... 1-40 Head ........................................ 1-5 Replacing Parts After a Crash ................... 1-55 Systemcheck ................................ 7-31 Reverse. Automatic Transaxle ..................... 2-2 1 ....................... Reverse. Manual Transaxle 2-25 .................... Right Front Passenger Position 1-23 Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 Roadside Assistance. Canadian ..................... 8-7 ........................... Rocking Your Vehicle 5-34 Rotation. Tires ................................. 6-42

Safety Belt Extender ............................ 1-55 .................................... 1-8 Safety Belts Adults ...................................... 1-13 Care ....................................... 6-51 Center Rear Passenger Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36 Children .................................... 1-37 DriverPosition ............................... 1-14 Extender .................................... 1-55 How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-13 1-18, 1-53, 1-54 Incorrect Usage

....................

1-52

1-36

LapBelt .................................... Lap-Shoulder ........................... 1.14. 1.30 .............................. Larger Children Passenger Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.23. 1.30. 1.36 ........................ 1-12 Questions and Answers Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-33 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30 Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-30 Reminder Light .......................... 1-8. 2-66 Replacing After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-55 Right Front Passenger Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Smaller Children and Babies .................... 1-37 Use During Pregnancy ......................... 1-22 WhyTheyWork ............................... 1-9 Safety Chains .................................. 4-36 ........................ 8-10 Safety Defects. Reporting ....................... vi Safety Warnings and Symbols Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-4 Seatback Latches ...................................... ............................... Reclining Front Easy Entry ................................... 1-6 ManualFront ................................. 1-2 ........................ Manual Lumbar Support 1-3 Rear ........................................ 1-7 Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Securing a Child Restraint ............ 1-45. 1-48. 1-50 ............ 2-22. 2-23

Second Gear. Automatic Transaxle

1-5 1-4

Seats

9-9

8- 11 . 8- 12

................... 2-25 Second Gear. Manual Transaxle Security System ................................ 2-12 Service ........................................ 6-2 Bulletins. Ordering ....................... 8-1 1. 8- 12 Manuals. Ordering ....................... Parts Identification Label ....................... 6-57 Publications. Ordering .................... 8-1 1. 8- 12 Work. Doing Your Own ......................... 6-2 Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6-1 Service and Owner Publications .............. 8- 1 1. 8- 12 OrderinginCanada ........................... 8-12 Service Publications ........................ 8- 11. 8- 12 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29 Sheet Metal Damage ............................ 6-55 ShiftLever ............................... 2-20. 2-24 Shiftspeeds ................................... 2-25 Shifting vlu Automatic Transaxle .......................... 2- 19 Into Park (P) ................................. 2-27 Manual Transaxle ............................. 2-24 OutofPark .................................. 2-29 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ..................... 1-17 Signaling Turns ................................ 2-34 Skidding ...................................... 4- 14 Sound Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-22 Spare Tire. Compact ............................. 5-33 Specifications and Capacities ...................... 6-63 Specifications. Engine ........................... 6-65 Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Speedometer ................................... 2-64 SRS ......................................... 1-23 Stains. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 9-10

Vehicle

4.10. 6.29

Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-32 Starting Your Engine .................. 2.15.2.16. 2.17 Steam ........................................ 5-14 Steering ...................................... 4-10 In Emergencies ............................... 4-11 Power ................................. Tips ........................................ 4-10 Wheel. Tilt .................................. 2-33 Storage Compartments ........................... 2-47 Storage. Vehicle ................................ 6-35 Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow .................. 5-34 Sunvisors .................................... 2-48 Sunroof ....................................... 2-49 Supplemental Restraint System .................... 1-23 Surge Tank. Coolant ............................. 5-16 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ......................... 6-28 Symbols. Tachometer .................................. 2-65 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ....................... 6-37 TapePlayerCare ............................... 3-23 Theft ......................................... 2-11 Theft-Deterrent Feature. CD Player ................ 3-20 THEFTLOCK" ................................ 3-20 Thermostat .................................... 6-28 Third Gear. Automatic Transaxle ................... 2-23 Third Gear. Manual Transaxle ..................... 2-25 ............................. Tilt Steering Wheel 2-33 Time. Setting the ................................ 3-7 Tirechains .................................... 6-47 TireLoading ................................... 4-31

................................

e . .

Tire-Loading Information Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 1 Tires ......................................... 6-40 Alignment and Balance ........................ 6-46 BuyingNew ................................. 6-44 Chains ..................................... 6-47 ChangingaFlat .............................. 5-23 Cleaning .................................... 6-54 Compact Spare ............................... 5-33 Inflation .................................... 6-41 Inflation Check ............................... 7-30 Inspection and Rotation ........................ 6-42 Loading .................................... 4-31 Pressure .................................... 6-41 Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45 Traction .................................... 6-45 Treadwear ................................... 6-45 Uniform Quality Grading ....................... 6-45 Used Replacement Wheel ...................... 6-47 Wear Indicators .............................. 6-43 Wheel Replacement ........................... 6-46 When It’s Time for New ....................... 6-43 TopStrap ..................................... 1-45 TorqueLock ................................... 2-29 Torque, Wheel Nut ......................... 5-31, 6-64 Towing Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Rear ....................................... 5-12 Recreational Vehicle .......................... 4-28 Towing a Trailer ........................... 4-33, 4-40 Towing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Towing Your Vehicle From the Front . . . . . . . . . . 4-28, 4-29 Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30

Trailer

Backingup ................................. 4-37 Brakes ..................................... 4-36 Driving on Grades ............................ 4-38 Driving with ................................. 4-36 Following Distance ........................... 4-37 Hitches ..................................... 4-36 Maintenance When Towing ..................... 4-40 MakingTurns ................................ 4-37 Parking on Hills .............................. 4-39 Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37 Safety Chains ................................ 4-36 Tongueweight ............................... 4-35 Total Weight on Tires .......................... 4-36 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33. 4-40 Turnsignals ................................. 4-38 Weight ..................................... 4-34 Automatic .............................. 6- 18. 6-21 Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22 Transmitters. Keyless Entry ........................ 2-6 Transportation. Courtesy .......................... 8-8 Trip Odometer ................................. 2-64 TTYUsers ..................................... 8-4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Turn Signalhlultifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38

Transaxle Fluid

Underbody Flushing Service ..................... Underbody Maintenance ......................... Up-Shift Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.26. 2.75

7-34 6-55

9-11

Windshield Washer

Replacement ................................. 6-46 Used Replacement ............................ 6-47 Wrench ..................................... 5-25 Windows ..................................... 2-32 Auto-Down ................................. 2-32 Power ...................................... 2-32 ............................. 2-36 Fluid .................................. 2-36. 6-30 Fluid Level Check ............................ 7-30 .............................. 2-35 Bladecheck ................................. 7-31 Blade Replacement ........................... 6-40 Fuses ...................................... 6-58 Winter Driving ................................. 4-24 Wiper Blades. Cleaning .......................... 6-51 Wiring. Headlamp .............................. 6-58 WreckerTowing ................................. 5-8 Wrench. Wheel ................................. 5-25

Windshield Wiper

Vehicle

Control ...................................... .. 4-5 .............................. Damage Warnings vi1 Dimensions ................................. 6-65 Identification Number ......................... 6-57 Loading .................................... 4-31 Storage ..................................... 6-35 Ventilation System ............................... 3-5 Visors. Sun .................................... 2-48

w a r n i n g Devices ............................... 5-3 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators ............... 2-65 Warranty Information ............................ 8- 10 ........................ 6-30 Washer Fluid. Windshield ........................... 6-52 Washing Your Vehicle Weatherstrips .................................. 6-52 Wheel Alignment .................................. 6-46 Nut Torque ............................. 5-30. 6.64

9-12

3057

1 6 -

3357

Center Hiuh-Mount Stopfamk

lnside lamps - Dome/Kear

r

2.2L 1-3-4-2

Thermostar

A

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Read through these pages to learn more abrnrt:k& .i'ryqir.* cooling, defogging and defrosting features . - < . ~ :;:

, ,

To set the clock, on systems with Automatic Tam C HR until the correct hour appears. Press and hall minute amears. For other radios, press t b right an

tn set the minutes; press the VII..m

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Instrument Panel Fuse Block

Supplement to the 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire Owner’s Manual

This information replaces the “Instrument Panel Fuse Block” and “Engine Compartment Fuse Block” information found on pages 6-59 through 6-62 in Section 6 of your Owner’s Manual.

The fuse panel is located at the left end of the instrument panel. To open, push the tab on the access door to the left and pull the door forward. Make sure to insert the tabs when replacing the cover.

Part No. 22615825

1

ERLS

TRN-BIL~

I 1 WIPER

Fuse CLS/PCM

0 2 HTR WIPER

I HVAC

I INST

RR DFOG PWR ACC STOP HA

FIP- INJ AIR BAG CRUISE

I 02 HTR

ERLS

CLUSTER LAMP EXT

INT LAMP

R HDLP

PCMIIGN

RADIO

HORN

L HDLP

IGN

LPS

ALA;'

Usage Instrument Cluster, Powertrain Control Module, Daytime Running Lamps Rear 0 2 Sensor Heater 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 N C Control, Engine Cooling Fan

Fuse TRN-BL F/P-INJ RR DFOG CLUSTER

Usage Exterior Lamps, Back-up Lamps