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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 169 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTHERMOSTAT 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a new thermostat housing.
- Ensure that the new thermostat housing has an O-ring seal and is in the groove correctly.
- Install the water pump inlet (with thermostat).NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the water pump inlet bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the water pump inlet bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
- Install the outlet hose to the water pump inlet.
- Position the outlet hose clamp at the water outlet.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .
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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.