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2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Torque Specifications
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Torque Specifications
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.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axle Shaft Nut | 148 (200) | |||
| Ball Joint Nut | ||||
| First Tightening Pass | 41-50 (55-65) | |||
| Final Tightening Pass | (1) | |||
| Control Arm Lower Mounting Bolts | ||||
| Front | 79 (107) | |||
| Rear | 125 (170) | |||
| New Prevailing Torque Nut To Outer Tie Rod Ball Stud | 33 (45) | |||
| Outer Tie Rod End Nut | 33 (45) | |||
| Seal Retaining Clamp | 130 (176) | |||
| Small Seal Retaining Clamp | 100 (136) | |||
| Stabilizer Link To The Stabilizer Link Bolt | 13 (17) | |||
| Wheel Lug Nuts | 100 (140) | |||
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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.