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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 131 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCONTROL ARM BUSHING REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Coat the outside case of the bushing with a light coat of grease prior to installation.
Insert the bushing into the control arm.
Assemble the following bushing installation tools as shown:
1. 3.1. J 21474-19 . See Fig 1.
2. 3.2. The pressure plate from the J 29376-A
3. 3.3. The installer from the J 29376-A
4. 3.4. J 21474-18
Tighten the J 21474-19 until the bushing is completely seated in the control arm.
Disassemble the bushing installation tools.
Install the following components:
- The bolts
- The nuts
- The washers
Hand tighten the nuts.
Install the wheel speed sensor harness to the rear axle.
Connect the brake hoses to the rear axle. See BRAKE HOSE (REAR) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION in DISC & DRUM - CAVALIER & SUNFIRE article in BRAKES.
Install the tire and wheel assemblies.
Lower the vehicle.
NOTE: See Fastener Notice
Tighten the control arm nuts.
Tighten

Tighten the control arm nuts to 120 N.m (52 ft lbs).

Fig 1: Bushing Installation Tool
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.