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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 177 (LIGHTING SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHEADLAMP OPENING DOOR REPLACEMENTREMOVAL 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.

Open the hood.
Remove the headlamp motor/actuator knob cover.

Fig 1: Headlamp Motor/Actuator Knob Cover
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the headlamp opening door rear retaining screws.

Fig 2: Headlamp Opening Door Rear Retaining Screws
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Disconnect the headlamp wiring harness electrical connector from the forward lamp wiring harness.
NOTE: Refer to NOTICE - APPLY TAPE WHEN REMOVING BODY PANELS in Cautions and Notices.
Apply tape to the area around the headlamp opening to protect the paint.
Rotate the headlamp motor/actuator manual control knob counterclockwise to raise the headlamp.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Headlamp Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the headlamp bezel. Refer to HEADLAMP BEZEL REPLACEMENT .
Remove the headlamp opening door side retaining screws.
Remove the headlamp opening door from the headlamp.

Fig 4: Headlamp Opening Door Side Retaining Screws
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.