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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 364 (BODY CONTROL SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBODY CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 T

Installation Procedure

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the BCM bracket (1) as an assembly if required.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the BCM bracket nuts (2) if required.
Tighten

Tighten the nuts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

Fig 1: Installing BCM Bracket
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the BCM into the BCM bracket until lock tabs are fully seated.
Connect the BCM electrical connectors to the BCM.
Install the BCM wire harness retainer to the BCM bracket.
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE .
Reprogram the BCM. Refer to BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) PROGRAMMING/RPO CONFIGURATION .

Fig 2: Installing BCM Into BCM Bracket
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.