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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, AUTOMATIC, 3T40/MD9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & ENGINE COMPONENT TESTS - 2.4L
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic, 3T40/MD9
Engine Control System & Engine Component Tests - 2.4L
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic, 3T40/MD9SECTION Engine Control System & Engine Component Tests - 2.4L
- Introduction
- Computerized Engine Controls
- Engine Sensors & Switches
- Notes
- A/C On (A/C Request) Switch Test
- A/C Pressure Sensor
- A/C Pressure Switch
- Brake Switch
- Camshaft Position Sensor
- Crankshaft Position Sensor
- Engine Coolant Level Switch
- Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
- Fuel Level Sensor
- Engine Oil Pressure Switch
- Fuel Tank Vapor Pressure Sensor
- Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor
- Knock Sensor (KS)
- Manifold Absolute Pressure (Map) Sensor
- Mass Airflow (MAF) Sensor
- Manifold Air Temperature (Mat) Sensor
- Oxygen Sensor (O2S)
- Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch
- Power Steering Pressure (PSP) Switch
- Throttle Position (TP) Sensor
- Vehicle Speed Sensor (Pm Generator Type)
- Vehicle Speed Sensor (Led Type)
- Motors, Relays & Solenoids
- Fuel System
- Idle Control System
- Ignition System
- Emission Systems & Sub-Systems
- Miscellaneous Controls
- Circuit Diagnosis Tests
- Component Locations
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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.