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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1982CAVALIER L4-112 1.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS
1982 Chevrolet Cavalier L4-112 1.8L
Steering and Suspension: Technical Service Bulletins
1982 Chevrolet Cavalier L4-112 1.8LSECTION Technical Service Bulletins
- Recalls
- Customer Interest
- Power Steering - Fluid Leaks Due to Extreme Low Temps
- Steering - Diagnosing Torque Steer
- Steering - Identifying Rack and Pinion System Noises
- Front Strut Shield - Pop or Rub Noise
- P/S - Reduction of Power Assist When Cold
- Power Steering - Clunking Noise When Reversing Steering
- Power Steering - Lack of Assist
- Campaign - Power Steering Reduction of Assist
- Suspension - Squeak or Squeak From Rear of Vehicle
- Wheels - Air Leak, Cast Aluminim Wheel Porosity
- Steering - Lead/Pull, Memory Steer/Unusual Tire Wear
- Wheels - Wire Wheel Cover Noisy At Low Speeds
- Wire Wheel Cover - Snapping/Creaking Noise
- P/S - Reduced Assist When Cold
- Power Steering - Reduced Assist At Low Temperatures
- Tires/Wheels - Low Tire/Leaking Cast Aluminum Wheels
- Tires/Wheels - Vibration Shortly After Tires Are Mounted on Rim
- By Symptom
- Abnormal wear/deterioration
- Abnormal/Uneven wear
- Customer Interest
- Power Steering - Fluid Leaks Due to Extreme Low Temps
- Steering - Diagnosing Torque Steer
- Steering - Identifying Rack and Pinion System Noises
- Front Strut Shield - Pop or Rub Noise
- P/S - Reduction of Power Assist When Cold
- Power Steering - Clunking Noise When Reversing Steering
- Power Steering - Lack of Assist
- Campaign - Power Steering Reduction of Assist
- Suspension - Squeak or Squeak From Rear of Vehicle
- Wheels - Air Leak, Cast Aluminim Wheel Porosity
- Steering - Lead/Pull, Memory Steer/Unusual Tire Wear
- Wheels - Wire Wheel Cover Noisy At Low Speeds
- Wire Wheel Cover - Snapping/Creaking Noise
- P/S - Reduced Assist When Cold
- Power Steering - Reduced Assist At Low Temperatures
- Tires/Wheels - Low Tire/Leaking Cast Aluminum Wheels
- Tires/Wheels - Vibration Shortly After Tires Are Mounted on Rim
- Difficult steering
- Leaks
- Noise
- Steering - Identifying Rack and Pinion System Noises
- Front Strut Shield - Pop or Rub Noise
- Power Steering - Clunking Noise When Reversing Steering
- Suspension - Squeak or Squeak From Rear of Vehicle
- P/S - Cylinder Line Contacting HVAC Case
- Wheels - Wire Wheel Cover Noisy At Low Speeds
- Wire Wheel Cover - Snapping/Creaking Noise
- Poor steering/ride control
- Pull, grab
- Recalls
- Sticking/Binding
- Vibration
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Vehicle - Engine And Sub Systems Flushing Info. (CANADA)
- Vehicle - Engine And Sub-Systems Flushing Recommendations
- Wheels/Tires - Use Of Nitrogen Gas In Tires
- Tires - Information On Proper Tire Pressure
- Suspension - Shock Absorber/Strut Fluid Leak Information
- Power Steering - Fluid Leaks Due to Extreme Low Temps
- Steering/Suspension - Wheel Alignment Specifications
- Suspension - Chassis Lubrication Importance
- Steering - Diagnosing Torque Steer
- Steering - Identifying Rack and Pinion System Noises
- Steering - System Bleed Procedures
- Front Strut Shield - Pop or Rub Noise
- Suspension - Front Strut Cartridge Service
- Suspension - Shock Absorber/Strut Replacement Guidlines
- Steering - Updated Torque, Tie Rod Adjuster Clamp Bolt
- P/S - Reduction of Power Assist When Cold
- Steering - Power Rack & Pinion Gear Service Information
- Power Steering - Clunking Noise When Reversing Steering
- Steering - Rack & Pinion Service Replacement Short Gear
- Steering - `Short Gear' Availability
- Power Steering - Lack of Assist
- Campaign - Power Steering Reduction of Assist
- Brakes - Manual Clarified, Caliper To Knuckle Clearance
- Suspension - Squeak or Squeak From Rear of Vehicle
- Wheels - Air Leak, Cast Aluminim Wheel Porosity
- Aluminum Wheels - Cleaning/Painting/Coating
- Wheels - Installation of After Market Styled Wheels
- Wheels - Sealing Leaking Cast Aluminum
- Wheels - Procedure For Removing Tight Fitting Wheels
- Aluminum Wheels - Scuff/Scratch Removal
- Warranty - OE Chrome Plated Aluminum Wheel ID
- Wheels - Locking Wheel Nuts Impact On Tire Balance
- Steering - Lead/Pull, Memory Steer/Unusual Tire Wear
- Tires - Speed Rated Information
- Suspension - Use of Different Strut Rod Lengths
- P/S - Rack & Pinion O-Ring Seal Fitting Leaks
- P/S - Cylinder Line Contacting HVAC Case
- Wheels - Wire Wheel Cover Noisy At Low Speeds
- Wire Wheel Cover - Snapping/Creaking Noise
- Tires/Wheels - Wheel Weight Usage Precautions
- P/S - Reduced Assist When Cold
- Power Steering - Reduced Assist At Low Temperatures
- Alignment - The Importance of Four Wheel Alignment
- Wheels - Chrome Wheel Brake Dust Accumulation/Pitting
- Wheels/Tires - Upsized Wheel/Tire Characteristics
- Wheels/Tires - Chrome/Steel Valve Stem Cap Precautions
- Wheels/Tires - Accessory Wheel And Tire Information
- Wheels/Tires - Replacement Wheel Weight Information
- Tires/Wheels - Low Tire/Leaking Cast Aluminum Wheels
- Tires/Wheels - Tire Puncture Repair Procedures
- Wheels - Changing Procedures/Precautions
- Wheels/Tires - Refinishing Aluminum Wheels
- Tires/Wheels - Vibration Shortly After Tires Are Mounted on Rim
- Tires/Wheels - OE Tire Shake/Vibration Information
- Tires/Wheels - Information on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV)
- Wheels - Chromed Aluminum Wheel Staining/Pitting/Corrosion
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.