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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 145 (MANUAL TRANSMISSION)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Fastener Tightening 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.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Drain/Fill Plugs | 38 N.m | 28 lb ft |
| Intermediate Shaft Bolts | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Front Transmission Mount | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Rear Cover Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Rear Transmission Mount | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Reverse Switch | 18 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Ring Gear | 90 N.m | 66 lb ft |
| Shaft Bolts | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Shifter Guide Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Shifter Mounting Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Speed Sensor Bolt | 12 N.m | 8 lb ft |
| Transmission Housing Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
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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.