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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 146 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHOOD LATCH SUPPORT 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.
- Position the hood latch support (1) in the vehicle.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the lower bolts (4) to the hood latch support.
Tighten
Tighten the hood latch support lower bolts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Install the upper bolts (2) to the hood latch support.
Tighten
Tighten the hood latch support upper bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb.in).
- Install the hood latch. Refer to Hood Latch Replacement
- Engage the air bag sensor. Refer to ZONE 1 and ZONE 1 .
- Install the hood latch cover. Refer to Hood Latch Cover Replacement
- Install the hood close out filler panel. Refer to Hood Close Out Filler Replacement
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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.