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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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IsIt my electrical?
It is hard to start my car. When it does start everything seems fine. I put it in gear then only some dash lights come on. Then I give it gas and it acts like it doesn't want to mo...
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Asked by Tracy B December 3, 2012, 6:19 am 1 reply
tune up wiring order and plug gap
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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sparkplug and wiring pattern
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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.
When I give it gas it acts like it wants to die and does a lot.
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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
How much does it cost to repair ABS?
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Asked by Angela G November 22, 2012, 9:55 pm 1 reply
how do i replace the instrement panel light bulb
al i know is that the air bag must b deactivated
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Asked by Ken C November 15, 2012, 2:59 pm 0 reply
Why car will start but dies after 3-4 seconds
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Asked by Mindy R November 6, 2012, 1:18 pm 1 reply
I have owned a 2000 cavalier for about 5 years now with no electrical problems. About three weeks ag
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How do I know if my axle is bad or my tire rods are bad.
My front tires are leaning inward and the tires feel like they're going to shake off.
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