Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 21 (HVAC SYSTEMS - MANUAL)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONCOMPRESSORREMOVAL (2.4L)
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Removal (2.4L)
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Removal (2.4L)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Recover the refrigerant. See RECOVERY, EVACUATION & RECHARGING in GENERAL SERVICING PROCEDURES article in GENERAL SERVICING. Remove the drive belt. Remove the right front fender liner. Disconnect the clutch electrical connector from the compressor.
- Remove the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve from the compressor mounting stud. Remove the bolt holding the compressor hose assembly to the compressor. Remove the compressor hose assembly from the compressor. Remove and discard the sealing washers.
- Remove 2 bolts holding the compressor to the oil pan. Remove the upper 2 mounting bolts. Remove the compressor. See Fig 1. If replacing the same compressor, drain and measure as much of the oil from the compressor as possible using the following procedure:
- Drain the oil from both the suction and the discharge ports into a clean container. See Fig 2.
- Remove the compressor crankcase oil drain plug and drain the crankcase oil into the same container.
- Measure and record the amount of oil drained from the compressor.
- This measurement will be used during the compressor installation procedure. Properly discard the used PAG oil.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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.