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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 208 (INTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR WINDOW SHELFINSTALLATION 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) in the rear shelf.
Route the center seat belts and bezel (1) through the opening in the trim panel (3).
Route the seat belts through the T-slots (4) in the rear window trim panel (3).
Install the bezel (1) for the rear center seat belt retractor.

Fig 1: Installing Center Seat Belt Retractor Bezel
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Press the bezel (1) until fully engaged into the trim panel (3).
Install the bezels (2) for the child tether anchors.
Press the bezels (2) until fully engaged into the trim panel (3).
On the coupe install the quarter trim panel extensions. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter .
On sedan perform the following:
- Install the lower quarter trim panels. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Lower
- Install the upper quarter trim panels. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper
Return the rear seat backs to their upright position.

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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.