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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1 (STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES)TROUBLE SHOOTINGSTEERING COLUMN LOCK SYSTEM CHECK
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Steering Column Lock System Check
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Steering Column Lock System Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Turn ignition on. Steering column should unlock and listed scan tool parameters should display the following:
- Lock State - IGN ON UNLOCKED
- Key In - ACTIVE
- Column Feedback - ACTIVE
- Turn ignition off, leaving key inserted. Steering column should remain unlocked and listed scan tool parameters should display the following:
- Lock State - IGN OFF UNLOCKED
- Key In - ACTIVE
- Column Feedback - ACTIVE
- Remove key from ignition switch. Steering column should lock and listed scan tool parameters should display the following:
- Lock State - IGN OFF LOCKED
- Key In - INACTIVE
- Column Feedback - INACTIVE
- Reinsert key into ignition switch. Steering column should remain locked and listed scan tool parameters should display the following:
- Lock State - IGN OFF LOCKED
- Key In - ACTIVE
- Column Feed Back - INACTIVE
- Turn ignition on. Steering column should unlock and listed scan tool parameters should display the following:
- Lock State - IGN ON UNLOCKED
- Key In - ACTIVE
- Column Feedback - ACTIVE
If system operation is not as specified, see STEERING COLUMN LOCK MALFUNCTION under SYMPTOM TESTS.
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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.