Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the Brake Pressure Modulator

    Valve (BPMV). Refer to BRAKE PRESSURE MODULATOR VALVE (BPMV) REPLACEMENT in Antilock Brake System.

  2. Remove the Brake Pressure Modulator

    Valve (BPMV) bracket. Refer to BRAKE PRESSURE MODULATOR VALVE (BPMV) BRACKET REPLACEMENT in Antilock Brake System.

  3. Remove the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to REMOTE POWER STEERING FLUID RESERVOIR REPLACEMENTΒ  .
  4. Remove the power steering pump pulley. Refer to POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENTΒ  .
  5. Remove the power steering reservoir outlet pipe/hose from the power steering pump. Refer to POWER STEERING RESERVOIR OUTLET PIPE/HOSE REPLACEMENTΒ  .
  6. Remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump. Refer to POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE REPLACEMENTΒ  .
  7. Remove the power steering pump mounting bolts (3) from the power steering pump (2).
    Fig 1: Removing Power Steering Pump
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  8. Remove the following components from the power steering pump rear bracket (1):
    • The power steering pump front bracket (3).
    • The power steering pump (2).
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.