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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1988CAVALIER RS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSOVERHAUL & TESTING - 125C/3T40COMPONENT DISASSEMBLY & REASSEMBLYGOVERNOR/SPEEDOMETER GEAR OR GOVERNOR/SPEED SENSOR ASSEMBLYINSPECTION
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier RS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Governor/Speedometer Gear Or Governor/Speed Sensor Assembly: Inspection
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier RS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Inspection
- Check governor assembly for wear or damage. Ensure governor weights operate freely and independently of each other. Check for damaged, mispositioned or tilted springs.
- Install governor cover with new "O" ring. Ensure governor shaft is piloted in cover before tightening retaining bolts. Install speedometer drive gear/speed sensor housing. See Fig 1 or Fig 2 .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.