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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 162 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT (W/F55)REMOVAL PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the front shock ESC harness connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Front Shock ESC Harness Connector
    G01419429Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.

    Important:  The ESC connector seals to the upper shock shaft. If the upper shock shaft is damaged, the shock will need replacement.

  4. Using only hand tools, remove the upper mounting nut, insulator retainer and insulator.
    Fig 2: Removing Shock Absorber From Vehicle
    G01419430Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolts and nuts.
  6. Using a pry bar, compress the shock absorber from the bottom upward.
  7. While the shock is in the compressed position, install the J 43822  .
  8. Remove the shock absorber from the vehicle.
  9. Remove the J 43822  from the shock absorber.
  10. Remove the insulator and insulator retainer from the shock absorber.
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