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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 208 (INTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR QUARTERINSTALLATION 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 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the trim panel (3) into the vehicle.
Route the seat belt (7) through the opening in the trim panel (3).
Align the trim panel retainers with the openings in the inner quarter panel (1).
Press the trim panel (3) firmly and evenly in order to engage the retainers to the inner quarter panel (1).

Fig 1: Installing Quarter Panel Extension Push-In Retainer
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Install the seat belt escutcheon (6) to the trim panel (3).
Install the quarter trim panel extension (4).
Install the push retainer (5) to the quarter trim panel extension.
Install the front seat belt anchor bolt, and shoulder guide bolt. Refer to Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Front (Sedan) or Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Front (Coupe) in Seat Belts.
Install the coat hook. Refer to Coat Hook Replacement .
Install the rear split folding seat back. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - Rear Split Folding in Seats.

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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.