Chevrolet 2002 Cavalier User Manual

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Brake Wear
Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that
make a high
-pitched warning sound when the brake
pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may
come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is
moving (except when you are pushing on the brake
pedal firmly).
CAUTION:
The brake wear warning sound means that soon
your brakes won’t work well. That could lead to
an accident. When you hear the brake wear
warning sound, have your vehicle serviced.
NOTICE:
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads
could result in costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake
squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean something is wrong with
your brakes.
See “Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance Inspection” in
Section 7 of this manual under Part C “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections.”
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
proper sequence to GM torque specifications.
Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if
you ever hear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake
linings inspected immediately. Also, the rear brake
drums should be removed and inspected each time the
tires are removed for rotation or changing. When you
have the front brake pads replaced, have the rear brakes
inspected, too.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.
See “Brake System Inspection” in Section 7 of this
manual under Part C “Periodic Maintenance Inspections.”

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