To adjust the clutch on a 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier, you will need to follow these steps:
Park your car on a level surface and turn off the engine.
Look for the clutch cable, which is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment. It is a black cable that runs from the firewall to the transmission.
Remove the clip or bolt that holds the clutch cable to the transmission.
Pull the clutch cable out of its bracket on the transmission. Be careful not to drop the cable.
Measure the distance between the end of the clutch cable and the housing. It should be 1 inch (2.54 cm). If it is not, you will need to adjust it.
To adjust the clutch cable, turn the adjusting nut on the cable. If you need to loosen the cable, turn the nut counterclockwise. If you need to tighten the cable, turn the nut clockwise.
Once the cable is adjusted, reinsert it into its bracket on the transmission and replace the clip or bolt.
Test the clutch by starting the car and engaging the clutch. If the car does not move forward when you release the clutch pedal, you may need to adjust the cable further.
If the car moves forward with a sudden jerk, the cable may be too tight and you will need to loosen it.
