20 Most Recent 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier - Page 6 Questions & Answers

VIN numbers are normally visible under the windshield of the driver side....if you do not see it open the driver door and look at the affixed printed information. Regards, Dennis

The starter has nothing to do with your existing problem Take it to a repair shop Do not use it like that

I'm not real sure, but the cavaliers do have a safety system that will shut down the engine if there is a problem so that the engine will not sustain major damage. For example if the oil level gets too low, the car will refuse to start until you add some oil. Maybe the temperature sending unit is bad, or malfunctioning. Have you had your codes read lately? Most part houses can hook up to your car and give you any codes that may be stored. I'd check all fluid levels. Make sure it's not over heating. I hope this sorry conglomeration of information is helpful at least a little. Good Luck.

There isn't one. Only fords use inertia switches. I’m happy to assist further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/jeremy_677dced97ad9bddf

Hello, To answer your question there is no inertia switch. So your only options are the fuel pump relay, the fuel pump itself or bad wiring. I would start by turning the key to on and see if the relay clicks. If it does then more than likely you have a bad fuel pump I’m happy to assist further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/jeremy_677dced97ad9bddf

Check your bake lights. If they don\'t come on, replace the brake switch (located on the brake pedal arm, under the dash) This is what controls the TCC solenoid off control. The jerk you feel is the transmission downshifting from overdrive to 4th or 3rd, depending on your transmission. If the lights come on, then you need to trace wires to the transmission to the brake switch or ECM.

There should be a drain plug on the bottom of the back side that is either metal or more commonly on 1995 and above models plastic. Removing the cap will help it go faster, as air pressure fills the tanks to replace the fluid as it drains, but it's usually not required! Tools needed are usually a open/closed ended wrench and/or socket set. A drain pan or bucket is usually needed as State/City government laws make it illegal to just let it run out on the ground. Check your state/city government rules and regulations to be sure.

take off distributor cap and try to start engine. If rotor does not turn its because timing belt/chain is broken.

Hello, check your oil level. They have a safety switch that shuts something down( sorry for the lack of vocabulary.) I did manage to start the car, and drive it home, and fill the oil. (about 5 miles). I had to hold both the gas, and the break so I could keep the engine idled high enough to keep it from dying at red lights, and or stop signs. That's my unfortunate experience/ attained knowledge. I hope this helps.

there are two dip sticks.I would look for the one that is the furthers towards the the back by the firewall.it should have a loop also for your finger to go into.If its a stick shift,then i would check underneath the car.look for a filler plug on the side of the transmission.thank you.

Reach behind the bumper

If the timing chain breaks, the engine will stop immediatly, but there is no risk of fire. The main problem with this situation is that, if one of the valves fluctuate, it might impact with the cylinder head and make a big problem, a costly one. You'd have to open the engine to look at the cylinder head to see if it suffered any kind of damage. My suggestion is that you replace the timing chain before something like this happens and you get a bigger headache.

Yes you have to remove the cylinder head. I place a link at the bottom for directions Read more: http://www.ehow.com/how_7880700_remove-22-chevy-lifter.html#ixzz327KfDDDE

Slave cylinder could be faulty or pressure plate and clutch worn out

Have you checked your brake pads and calipers to be sure they are not seized ?

If you have a local scrap yard, contact them as they remove parts all of the time and they can advise you of how to put them back.