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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALENGINE MECHANICAL - 2.4LREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONFRONT COVERREMOVAL
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Front Cover: Removal
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Removal
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cooling system. Remove coolant recovery tank. Remove serpentine drive belt. Remove generator (leave wiring attached). Attach Engine Support Fixture (J-28467-360 and J-28467-400) to engine and generator stud. Remove bolts from upper half of front cover. See Figure.
- Remove engine mount assembly from timing chain end of engine. Remove engine mounting bracket adapter. Raise and support vehicle. Remove right front wheel and splash shield. Remove crankshaft balancer bolt. Remove crankshaft balancer with a puller. Remove lower bolts from front cover. Lower vehicle. Remove front cover and gaskets.
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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.