Four problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
There's alot of stuff wrong with this car. It ran good and is reliable when running,but recently stop running.
I replaced the battery on my 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier 2. 4l with manual transmission about 3 days ago. Today as I was driving to get gas the vehicle started to idle low as if it was not getting enough fuel to the engine. As I came to a stop it got worse and then I check the dash for any indication of malfunction only to see my airbag, check engine, abs, check oil & battery lights flickering. Moments later as I shift into 3rd gear it dies rendering all safety and normal operation of the vehicle nearly impossible. I had to call a friend to jump me 3 more times before reaching my home which was less than a mile away!.
Over heating due to head gasket/ thermostat problems.
The engine/car turned off and looses all power while driving. . Causing a very dangerous problem. Without reason this car turns off and looses power while fully engaged in drive, this leaves me the driver without power in the middle of various intersections and main streets. . . Very scary.