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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 213 (STEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMN)COMPONENT LOCATORSTEERING COLUMN DISASSEMBLED VIEW (TILT COLUMN)
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Steering Column Disassembled View (Tilt Column)
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Steering Column Disassembled View (Tilt Column)
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.
| Callout | Component Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Flanged Prevailing Torque Nut |
| 2 | Retaining Ring |
| 3 | SIR Coil |
| 4 | Wave Washer |
| 5 | Bearing Retainer |
| 6 | Shaft Lock |
| 7 | Turn Signal Cancel Cam Assembly |
| 8 | Upper Bearing Spring |
| 9 | Upper Bearing Inner Race Seat |
| 10 | Inner Race |
| 11 | Bearing and Housing Assembly |
| 12 | Ignition Lock Actuator Assembly |
| 13 | Ignition Switch Assembly |
| 14 | Tapping Screws |
| 15 | Lock Bolt Assembly |
| 16 | Lock Bolt Support Bracket |
| 17 | Tapping Screws |
| 18 | Race and Upper Shaft Assembly |
| 19 | Centering Sphere |
| 20 | Joint Preload Spring |
| 21 | Lower Shaft Assembly |
| 22 | Support Screws |
| 23 | Spring Guide |
| 24 | Wheel Tilt Spring |
| 25 | Pivot Pins |
| 26 | Steering Column Support Assembly |
| 27 | Spring Retainer |
| 28 | Wire Restraint Clip |
| 29 | Steering Column Jacket Assembly |
| 30 | Adapter and Bearing Assembly |
| 31 | Lower Bearing Seat |
| 32 | Lower Bearing Spring |
| 33 | Lower Spring Retainer |
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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.