1997 cavaliers don't have petcocks, actually no cavalier has a petcock. you can check the bottom of your buddy's motorcycle to find a petcock most likey.
The 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier radiator drain petcock is located on the bottom of the radiator. The drain will be towards the right side of the radiator.
Look down as soon as you open the hood!
there is a petcock on the bottom of the radiator, passenger side. it is tricky to get to, but it can be done.
Turn it counter clockwise to open.
Some cars during those years did not have a petcock. Need to lossen the bottom hose and drain.
Open the radiator petcock by turning in the normal direction, left. See "Related Questions" below for much much more...
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Looking at the car from the front, the petcock is on the lover right hand side of the radiator. It doesn't twist, rather pulls out. Pull it toward the engine and it should open.
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look at the bottom or rear of radiator
Clockwise = close Counter-clockwise = open.