How many cylinders does the Chevrolet Cavalier engine have?
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The Chevrolet Cavalier engine comes in two variants: a three-cylinder and a four-cylinder. It is an engine jointly produced by SAIC Group and General Motors. The Chevrolet Cavalier 1.0T engine, codenamed LJI, has a maximum output power of 116 horsepower (85 kW). The 1.5L DVVT inline four-cylinder engine has a maximum rated power of 83 kW at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 141 Nm at 4000 rpm. For daily maintenance of the Chevrolet Cavalier engine, the following methods can be used: Use lubricating oil of the appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, select SD--SF grade gasoline engine oil based on the additional equipment of the intake and exhaust systems and usage conditions. For diesel engines, choose CB--CD grade diesel engine oil according to mechanical load, ensuring the standard is not lower than the manufacturer's requirements. Regularly change the oil and oil filter. The quality of any grade of lubricating oil will degrade over time. After a certain mileage, performance deteriorates, leading to various engine issues. To avoid malfunctions, change the oil regularly based on usage conditions and maintain an appropriate oil level. When oil passes through the fine pores of the filter, solid particles and viscous substances accumulate in the filter. If the filter becomes clogged and oil cannot pass through, it may rupture the filter or open the safety valve, allowing dirty oil to bypass the filter and return to the lubrication system, accelerating engine wear and increasing internal contamination. Regularly clean the crankcase. During engine operation, high-pressure unburned gases, acids, moisture, sulfur, and nitrogen oxides from the combustion chamber enter the crankcase through the gap between the piston rings and cylinder walls. These mix with metal particles from wear, forming sludge. Small amounts remain suspended in the oil, while larger amounts precipitate, clogging filters and oil passages, making lubrication difficult and causing wear. Periodically use a radiator cleaner to flush the radiator. Removing rust and scale not only ensures the engine operates properly but also extends the overall lifespan of the radiator and engine.
