Solenoids & Solenoid Valves

1992 Chevrolet Cavalier RS, 2D Convertible, 2.2 4, StandardSECTION Solenoids & Solenoid Valves
SOLENOIDS & SOLENOID VALVES LOCATION

Component Location
ABS Solenoid On brake master cylinder.
Automatic Seat Belt
Lap Belt Retractor Solenoid In lower rear of each front door.
Shoulder Belt Retractor Solenoid In upper rear of each front door.
Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Solenoid Behind dash, on steering column.
Canister Purge Solenoid
Sunbird 2.0L (VIN H) On top of engine, near oil fill cap. See Figure .
3.1L (VIN T) On vapor canister, behind right headlight. See Figure .
EGR Solenoid
Sunbird 2.0L (VIN H) On top rear of engine. See Figure .
Cavalier 2.2L (VIN 4) On top rear of engine. See Figure .
Luggage Comp. Release Solenoid Under luggage compartment lid, near lock mechanism.
Tailgate Release Solenoid (Wagon) Below right side of tailgate window.
Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Solenoid Inside transmission.
RENDER: 1.0x

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