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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 150 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTABILIZER SHAFT 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 stabilizer shaft (3) to the vehicle.

Fig 1: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft Assembly

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Install the stabilizer shaft insulator brackets (2) retaining bolts. Tighten the stabilizer shaft insulator bracket bolts to 66 N.m (49 lb ft).
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the rear mounting bolts to the front suspension crossmember.
Install the front mounting bolts to the front suspension crossmember. Hand tighten the bolts.

Fig 2: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft Link
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Install the center mounting bolts to the front suspension crossmember. Hand tighten the bolts.
Install the rear mounting bolts to the front suspension crossmember. Hand tighten the bolts.
1. 6.1. Tighten the left rear bolt to 110 N.m (71 lb ft).
2. 6.2. Tighten the right rear bolt to 110 N.m (71 lb ft).
3. 6.3. Tighten the left front bolt to 110 N.m (71 lb ft).
4. 6.4. Tighten the right front bolt to 110 N.m (71 lb ft).
5. 6.5. Tighten the center bolts to 110 N.m (71 lb ft).
Install the stabilizer shaft links (6). Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
Install the lower pinch bolt to the intermediate shaft. Refer to INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Lower the vehicle.

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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.