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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 21 (HVAC SYSTEMS - MANUAL)TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Torque Specifications
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Torque Specifications
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.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Accumulator Fittings | 26 (35) | ||
| Compressor Hose Assembly Bolt | 24 (33) | ||
| Compressor-To-Condenser Hose Assembly Nut | 12 (16) | ||
| Compressor Mounting Bolts (Front, 2.2L) | 33 (45) | ||
| Compressor Mounting Bolts (Rear, 2.2L) | 45 (61) | ||
| Compressor Mounting Bolts (Upper, 2.4L) | 37 (50) | ||
| Compressor Mounting Bolts (Aluminum 2.2L) | 16 (22) | ||
| Compressor Bracket Bolts (2.2L) | 37 (50) | ||
| Compressor-To-Oil Pan Bolts (2.4L) | 37 (50) | ||
| Compressor Oil Drain Bolt (2.2L - Cast Iron & 2.4L) | 16 (22) | ||
| Compressor Oil Drain Bolt (2.2L - Aluminum) | 12 (16) | ||
| Condenser Fittings | 12 (16) | ||
| Evaporator Tube-To-Evaporator Core Fitting Nut | 18 (24) | ||
| Evaporator Tube Fitting Nut | 18 (24) | ||
| Heater Pipe Bolt & Nut | 18 (24) | ||
| Strut Mounting Bolt | 49 (66) | ||
| INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β | |||
| Accumulator Bracket Bolt | 44 (5) | ||
| Accumulator Bracket Nut | 89 (10) | ||
| Accumulator Retaining Clamp Bolt | 71 (8) | ||
| A/C Pressure Sensor | 44 (5) | ||
| Blower Motor Screws | 44 (5) | ||
| Blower Motor Resistor Screw | 9 (1) | ||
| Condenser-To-Radiator Screws | 36 (4) | ||
| Evaporator Clamp Screw | 9 (1) | ||
| Evaporator Core Bracket Screw | 9 (1) | ||
| Heater Core Component Screws | 9 (1) | ||
| HVAC Control Screw | 18 (2) | ||
| HVAC Housing Screws | 9 (1) | ||
| Mode/Defrost Door Cover Screw | 9 (1) | ||
| Refrigerant Filter Nuts | 133 (15) | ||
| Surge Tank Mounting Bolt | 89 (10) | ||
| Temperature Cable Clip Screw | 18 (2) | ||
| Vacuum Harness Clip Screw | 9 (1) | ||
| Vacuum Tank Screw | 18 (2) | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.