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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 191 (FOLDING TOP SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFOLDING TOP LATCH LEVER 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.

Important:  When you install a new latch, leave the spacing collar on the latch handle to achieve a minimum of 2 mm (0.08 in) clearance to the striker.

  1. Remove the latch handle trim cover, if installed.
  2. Align the latch to the marks on the roof.
  3. Loosely install the latch handle to the roof.
  4. Rotate the handle to access the inboard mounting bolt.
    • When installing a latch handle with a spacing collar installed, apply forward pressure to the handle while tightening the mounting bolts.
    • If the spacing collar is not available, position the latch handle with a minimum of 2 mm (0.08 in) clearance to the latch.
      Fig 1: Aligning Latch To Marks On Roof & Installing Latch
      G01451322Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the inboard bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

  6. Rotate the handle.
  7. Install the outboard bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

  8. Remove the spacing collar.
  9. Completely engage the latch handle.
  10. Position the trim cover to the latch handle and press the trim cover into place until fully seated.
  11. Inspect the top latches for proper operation.
  12. Position top to original position.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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