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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 104 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEMDISABLING SYSTEMZONE 9
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Zone 9
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Zone 9
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.
- Turn steering wheel to place vehicle wheels in straight-ahead position. Turn ignition off and remove key.
- Remove access panel from end of driver-side instrument panel. Remove AIR BAG fuse (15-amp) from instrument panel fuse block.
- To disable passenger side impact air bag module, go to step Β 7. To disable entire SIR system, complete remaining steps.
- Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip from driver-side air bag module connector and disconnect connector. See Figure.
- Remove CPA clip from passenger-side air bag module and disconnect connector. See Figure.
- Remove CPA clip from driver side impact air bag module and disconnect connector. See Figure.
- Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip from passenger side impact air bag module and disconnect connector. 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.