Case Cover: Disassembly

1988 Chevrolet Cavalier RS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Disassembly
  1. Remove detent spring/roller assembly retaining screw, and remove spring/roller assembly. Remove 2 thermostatic roll pin retainers. Remove thermostatic element and plate. Remove axle oil seal and guard if necessary.
  2. Using a drift, drive out manual valve cup plug. Carefully withdraw manual valve. DO NOTΒ  use manual valve to drive out cup plug.
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.