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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 194 (BODY REAR END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTRUT REPLACEMENT - REAR LIFT WINDOW PANELREMOVAL 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. Open and support the rear lift window panel.
    Fig 1: Supporting Rear Lift Window Panel
    G01452048Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Disconnect the lower rear defogger electrical connector from the strut.
  3. Reposition the retaining clip outward from the strut's lower ball socket using a small flat-bladed tool.
  4. Pull the strut from the lower ball stud.
    Fig 2: Pulling Strut From Lower Ball Stud
    G01452049Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the upper end of the strut.
  6. Remove the strut from the upper ball stud.
    Fig 3: Removing Strut From Upper Ball Stud
    G01452050Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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