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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 155 (HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| A/C Refrigerant Filter Flare Nut | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Accumulator Bracket Clamp Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Accumulator Bracket Mounting Nuts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Accumulator Hose Fitting to Accumulator | 41 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Accumulator Hose to Evaporator Retaining Bolt | 16 N.m | 12 lb ft |
| Blower Motor Resistor Retaining Screws | 1.6 N.m | 14 lb in |
| Blower Motor Retaining Screws | 1.7 N.m | 15 lb in |
| Compressor Mounting Bracket Bolt | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Compressor Drain Plug | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Compressor Drive Belt idler Pulley Bolt | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Compressor Drive Belt Tensioner Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Compressor Hose to Accumulator Retaining Bolt | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Compressor Hose to Compressor Retaining Bolt | 26 N.m | 19 lb ft |
| Compressor Hose to Condenser Fitting Nut | 24 N.m | 17 lb ft |
| Compressor Mounting Bolts-Tighten in Sequence | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Compressor Mounting Nut | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Compressor Mounting Stud | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Compressor Pressure Relief Valve | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Compressor Shaft Nut | 17.5 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Defroster Duct Retaining Screws | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Front Evaporator Tube to Condenser Retaining Bolt | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Front Evaporator Tube to Rear Evaporator Tube Retaining Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Floor Air Outlet Duct Retaining Screws | 1.6 N.m | 14 lb in |
| Heater Core Cover Retaining Screws | 1.6 N.m | 14 lb in |
| Heater Core Outlet Cover Retaining Screws | 1.6 N.m | 14 lb in |
| Heater Core Pipe Retainer Clamp Screw | 1.6 N.m | 14 lb in |
| Heater Core Retaining Clamp Screw | 1.6 N.m | 14 lb in |
| Heater Pipe Assembly Retaining Bolt | 16 N.m | 12 lb ft |
| Heater Pipe Bracket Retaining Nut | 10 N.m | 89 lb ft |
| HVAC Module Case Half Screws | 1.6 N.m | 14 lb in |
| HVAC Module Retaining Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| HVAC Module Retaining and Sealing Nuts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Ignition Switch Retaining Bolts | 5.5 N.m | 49 lb in |
| IPC to Steering Column Bracket Retaining Screws | 3.5 N.m | 31 lb in |
| Negative Battery Cable Bolt | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Refrigerant Pressure Sensor | 4.75 N.m | 42 lb in |
| Temperature Actuator Retaining Screws | 1.5 N.m | 13 lb in |
| Vacuum Tank Retaining Screws | 3.5 N.m | 31 lb in |
| Valve Core | 11 N.m | 97 lb in |
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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.