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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 146 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHOOD LATCH RELEASE CABLE 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 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Tie the wire or string to the hood release cable.
Install the hood primary latch release cable through the hole in the instrument panel.
Install the hood release cable through the instrument panel using a small flat-bladed tool until the grommet is fully seated.
Remove the wire or string from the hood release cable.
Install the hood latch release cable ball to the latch.

Fig 1: Installing Hood Latch Release Cable Ball Into Latch
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Install the hood latch release cable handle to the hinge pillar.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the hood latch release cable screws.
Tighten

Tighten the hood latch release cable handle screws to 3 N.m (27 lb.in).

Fig 2: Installing Hood Latch Release Cable & Screws
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Install the side trim panel retainers.

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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.