Chevrolet 2002 Cavalier User Manual

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Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with
DEX
-COOL
R
engine coolant. This coolant is designed
to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles
(240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only
DEX
-COOL
R
extended life coolant.
The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with
engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in
the Index.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX
-COOL
R
coolant will:
D Give freezing protection down to
-34 _ F (-37 _ C).
D Give boiling protection up to 265 _ F (129 _ C).
D Protect against rust and corrosion.
D Help keep the proper engine temperature.
D Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.
NOTICE:
When adding coolant, it is important that you use
only DEX
-COOL
R
(silicate-free) coolant.
If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to
the system, premature engine, heater core or
radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the
engine coolant will require change sooner
-- at
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months,
whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the
use of coolant other than DEX
-COOL
R
is not
covered by your new vehicle warranty.

Chevrolet 2002 Cavalier Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	2002 Cavalier
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Seats and Seat Controls

Instructions on adjusting front seats and seatbacks for comfort and safety.

Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone

Guidance on proper safety belt usage and the Supplemental Restraint System.

Children and Child Restraints

Information on protecting infants and children using appropriate restraint systems.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Instrument Panel Overview

Identifies and explains the function of various instrument panel components and indicators.

Section 4 Your Driving and the Road

Defensive Driving Techniques

Drunken Driving Dangers

Explains the severe risks and effects of alcohol impairment on driving ability.

Towing a Trailer

Section 5 Problems on the Road

Jump Starting a Dead Battery

Step-by-step instructions for safely jump-starting the vehicle's battery.

Engine Overheating

What to do if the engine overheats, including safety precautions.

Changing a Flat Tire