Chevrolet 1998 Cavalier User manual

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Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Supplement to the 1998 Chevrolet
Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire
Owner’s Manual
This informationreplaces the “InstrumentPanel Fuse
Block” and “EngineCompartment Fuse Block”
information
found on pages 6-59 through 6-62 in
Section
6 of your Owner’s Manual.
The fusepanel is located at the left end of the instrument
panel.
To open, push thetab on the access door to the
left
and pull thedoor forward. Makesure to insert the
tabs
when replacing the cover.
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Fuse
TRN-BL
F/P-INJ
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DFOG
CLUSTER
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FIP- INJ AIR BAG CRUISE
RR DFOG PWR ACC STOP HA LHDLP R HDLP
CLUSTEREXTLAMPINTLAMP HORN
I I I INSTLPS I I I
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WIPER RADIO
Usage
ExteriorLamps, Back-up Lamps
Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors
Rear Window Defogger
Instrument Cluster, Anti-Lock
Brake System
Fuse
CLS/PCM
02 HTR
WIPER
ERLS
AIR BAG
PWR ACC
EXT LAMP
HVAC
Usage
Instrument Cluster, Powertrain
Control Module,Daytime
RunningLamps
Rear
02 Sensor Heater
Windshield Wipers,
Windshield Washers
Automatic Transaxle, Brake
Transaxle ShiftInterlock,A/C
Compressor,Cruise Control,
Multiport Fuel Injection
SupplementalInflatable
Restraint System
Power Door Locks, Convertible
Top (ConvertibleModel Only)
Exterior Lamps, Instrument
Panel Lights
Heater andNCControl, Engine
Cooling
Fan

Fuse
RADIO
ALARM
CRUISE
STOP/HAZ
CIG
INST LPS
PCWIGN
L HDLP
Usage
Radio, Remote Keyless Entry
Alarm Module
- Interior Lamps,
Warning Chimes
Cruise Control
Exterior Lamps, Anti-Lock
Brake System,CruiseControl,
Turn Signals
CigaretteLighter
InstrumentPanel Lights,
Warning Chimes
Powertrain ControlModule
Left Headlamp, Fog Lamp
(2-24 Model Only)
Fuse
INT LAMP
IGN
R HDLP
HORN
Usage
Alarm Module:Illuminated Entry,
WarningChimes, Overhead
Lamps,Map/ReadingLamps,
Glove
Box Lamp, Trunk Lamp,
Radio, Power Mirrors, Remote
Keyless
Entry
Engine Ignition
Right Headlamp, Fog Lamp
(2-24 Model Only)
Horn, Diagnostic Connectm
PWR WDO/SRF Power Windows,Power Sunroof,
Convertible Top Controls
(ConvertibleModel Only)
(Circuit Breaker)
DRL Daytime Running Lamps (Relay)
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The engine compartment fuse block is located on the
driver's side
of the engine compartment. Lift off the
cover
to check the fuses.
4
Fuse
IGN
BATT
1
BATT 2
ABS
COOLING FAN
BLO
PCM
A/C
ABS/EVO
Usage
Ignition Switch Circuits
PowerACC/StoplampCircuits
Lighting Circuits
Anti-Lock Brake System
Engine Cooling Fan
Heater
and A/C Blower
Powertrain Control Module
A/C Compressor
Anti-Lock BrakeSystem

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Seats and Restraint Systems
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly.It also explains the “SRS” system.
Features and Controls
This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
This section tells you howto adiust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audiosystem.
Your Driving and the Roaa
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and howto drive under different conditions.
Problems on the Road
This section tells whatto do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.
Service and Appearance Care
Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and lookinggood.
Maintenance Schedule
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use.
Customer Assistance Information
This section tells you how to contact Chevrolet for assistan.ce and howto get service and owner publications.
It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects”
on page 8- 10.
Index
Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find
somethingyou want to read.
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This manual includes thelatest information at the time
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welcometo the largest
automotivefamily in the
world
-- the family of Chevrolet
owners.
You have selected a
vehicledesigned,engineered
and crafted
by teamwork, a
vehiclebacked by a proud
history of performance and
value. Sincethe first “Classic
Six”rolled
off the line in 19 12,
more than 1 10 million
Chevrolet cars
and trucks have
Louis Clzevrolet, the other hdf oj the team,
at the u:heel qf his experimental “Classic
Six,” which entered production in 1912.
That Fear 2999 vehicles were produced.
worn the Chevrolet marque.
That kind of reception from
auto ownersis unmatched
by
any other car manufacturer in
the world.
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In 1932 Chevrolet
introduced the
Synchro-Mesh
transmissionand
ofSereda host
of
accessories -- including
such niceties as a clock!
The legacy
of America'sfavorite sportscar
began in
1953, when 319 hand-assembled I

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and we are pledged to
make ownership of your
Chevrolet
an enjoyable
and rewarding experience.
60 j. automotive e.rc'iternent
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powerplants like the
legendury 327 VH.
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How to Use this Manual
Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning
to end when they first receive their
new vehicle. If you
do this, it will help you learn aboutthe featuresand
controlsfor your vehicle.In this manual, you’ll find
that pictures and words work togetherto explain
things quickly.
Index
A good place to look for what you needis the Index in
back of the manual.It’s an alphabeticallist of what’s in
the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it.
Safety Warnings and Symbols
You will find a numberof safety cautionsin this book.
We use a
box and the word CAUTION to tell you
about thingsthat could hurt you if you were to ignore
the warning.
These mean there is something that could hurt
you or other people.
In the caution area, we tell you whatthe hazardis. Then
we tell you what todo to help avoid or reducethe
hazard. Please read these cautions.If youdon’t,you or
others could be hurt.
You will alsofind a circle
with a slash through it
in
this book. This safety
symbol means “Don’t,’’
“Don’t dothis’’ or “Don’t
let this happen.”
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Vehicle Damage Warnings
Also. in this book you will find these notices:
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These mean there is something that could
damage your vehicle.
In the notice area, we tell you about somethingthat
can damage your
vehicle. Many times, this damage
would not be covered by your warranty, and it could
be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help
avoid the damage.
When you read other manuals, you might see
CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors
or
in different words.
You’ll also sei5 warning labels on your vehicle. They use
the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.
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Vehicle Symbols
These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
For example,
these symbols
are used onan
original battery:
POSSIBLE A
CAUTION
INJURY
PROTECT
EYES BY
SHIELDING
CAUSTIC
ACID COULD
BAlTERY
CAUSE
BURNS
AVOID
SPARKS OR
FLAMES
SPARK
OR ,111,
COULD
FLAME
EXPLODE
BAITERY
These symbols
are important
for you and
your passengers
whenever your
vehicle is
driven:
DOOR LOCK
UNLOCK
n
WINDOW ISJ
These symbols
have to do with
your lamps:
RUNNING 0
DAYTIME -0 0
LAMPS '**
FOGLAMPS $0
These symbols
are on some of
your controls:
WINDSHIELD
DEFROSTER
WINDOW
DEFOGGER
VENTILATING
FAN
These symbols
are used on
warningand
indicator lights:
CHARGING
BAllERY
SYSTEM
BRAKE
(a)
COOLANT
a
ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE
ANTI-LOCK
(a)
BRAKES
Here are some
other symbols
you may see:
FUSE
LIGHTER
n
HORN )tr
SPEAKER
b
FUEL p3
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Seats and Restraint Systems
Here you’ll find informationabout the seats in your Chewolet and howto use your safetybelts properly. You can also
learn about somethings you should not do with air bags and safetybelts.
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Seats and SeatControls
SafetyBelts: They’re for Everyone
Here Are QuestionsMany People Ask About
Safety Belts--and the Answers
How to Wear SafetyBelts Properly
Driver Position
SafetyBelt Use During Pregnancy
Right Front Passenger Position
SupplementalRestraint Systems (SRS)
Rear SeatPassengers
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1-40
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Rear SafetyBelt ComfortGuides
for Children
and SmallAdults
CenterPassenger Position
Children
ChildRestraints
Larger Children
Safety Belt Extender
Checking
Your Restraint Systems
ReplacingRestraint SystemParts
After a Crash
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Seats and Seat Controls
This section tells you about the seats -- how to
adjust them -- and also about reclining seatbacks
and head restraints.
Manual Fron’ r ’ ;
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A CAUTION:
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You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to
adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is
moving. The sudden movement could startle and
confuse
you, or make you push a pedal when you
don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when
the vehicle is not moving.
Lift the lever onthe front of the driver’s seat to unlock
it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the
lever and
try to move the seat with your body, to make
sure the seat is locked into place,
Your vehicle will be equipped with one
of the following
passenger seat adjusters.
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