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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 170 (BATTERY)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSGROUND STRAP 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.

Position the ground strap terminal (1) and engine harness ground to the block.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the ground strap bolt.
Tighten

Tighten the ground strap bolt to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).

Fig 1: Ground Strap
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Lower the vehicle.
Install the ground strap terminal and nut to the stud.
Tighten

Tighten the ground strap nut to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

Fig 2: Installing Ground Strap Terminal & Nut To Stud
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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.