Safety Warning
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 MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)RESTRAINTSAIR BAG, SRSSUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM DEACTIVATION PROCEDURESGENERAL MOTORSDISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEMDISABLING SYSTEM (ELDORADO)
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 T
Disabling System (Eldorado)
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 TSECTION Disabling System (Eldorado)
- Before proceeding, follow air bag service precautions. See SERVICE PRECAUTIONSΒ . Turn front wheels to straight-ahead position. Remove key from ignition switch.
- Remove SIR fuse from rear fuse block. Rear fuse block is located in trunk, behind rear seat. Wait 10 minutes. Remove driver-side sound insulator. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip and disconnect Yellow 2-pin SIR connector at base of steering column. See Figure.
- Remove glove box. Remove CPA clip and disconnect Yellow 2-pin SIR connector. Connector is attached to sheet metal to the right of the glove box. See Figure.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.