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1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Base 2dr Coupe

1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
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Front Wheel Drive, 2 Door Coupe, Compact
25 mpg city / 37 mpg hwy
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is it possible when a axel breaks to kill a engine?
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Asked by Steph W December 19, 2012, 9:10 am 1 reply
Why does my car shut off at red lights and stop signs?
I have noticed lately that when i come to a stop, the rpms drop down sometimes and hover around the .5 mark. If i press the gas a bit it will correct the problem usually. Today i c...
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Asked by Rachel W December 17, 2012, 6:44 am 1 reply
How to remove and install a cigarette lighter housing in the dash
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Asked by Greg C December 14, 2012, 12:12 am 2 replies
IsIt my electrical?
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Asked by Tracy B December 3, 2012, 6:19 am 1 reply
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what is the spark plug gap, which side nis nthe number one plug on, what order you replace wires left to right or visa versa?
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Asked by Robin S November 30, 2012, 10:51 pm 1 reply
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Asked by Robin S November 30, 2012, 10:44 pm 1 reply
When I put my car in gear the dash lights come on. When I give it gas it acts like it wants to die.
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Asked by Tracy B November 21, 2012, 6:17 am 1 reply
Whats wrong with my car?
When I put my car in gear some dash lights go on. Then I give it gas and it acts like it wants to die and does a lot. Put new battery in it to no avail. Sometimes I pump the gas an...
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Asked by Tracy B November 28, 2012, 6:07 am 1 reply
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