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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 150 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLOWER CONTROL ARM 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.
- Install the control arm (2) into the front suspension crossmember (1).
- Install the lower control arm front (5) and rear (4) mounting bolts. Hand tighten the mounting bolts.
- Install the wiring harness to the lower control arm.
- Install the ball joint stud to the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Ball Joint Replacement .
- If the vehicle is equipped with a stabilizer shaft, install the stabilizer shaft link. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
- If installing the right lower control arm, install the engine mount strut.
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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.