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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 101 (ENGINE CONTROLS - TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES)SYMPTOMSHARD STARTIGNITION SYSTEM
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Ignition System
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Ignition System
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- Verify that both fuel injector fuses are not open. An open fuel injector fuse causes 4 ignition coils and 4 injectors not to operate. Inspect the ignition coil circuits and the fuel injector circuits for an intermittent short to ground. Replace the fuse.
- Inspect for proper ignition voltage output with the Spark Tester (J 26792).
- Remove the spark plugs and inspect for the following:
- Correct Heat Range
- Wet Plugs
- Cracks
- Wear
- Improper Gap
- Burned Electrodes
- Heavy Deposits
- Determine the cause of the conditions before replacing the spark plugs.
- Inspect for bare or shorted ignition wires.
- Inspect for loose ignition coil grounds.
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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.