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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 216 (SUNROOF SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSUNROOF DRIVE CABLE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION 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.

IMPORTANT: Do not kink the cables. Replace the cables if they are kinked. Replace the cables in pairs. Sunroof cables have a flexible sealer at the tray assembly. Ensure that the seal is not broken during cable removal or installation.

Hold the sunroof drive cable tubes in position.
Push the sunroof drive cables into the guide tubes.
Engage the sunroof drive cables into the guide assemblies.

Fig 1: Installing Sunroof Drive Cable
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the sunroof drive cable retainers. Seat the cable housing flair firmly into the module tray groove.
Connect the sunroof motor/actuator.
Install the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement .

Fig 2: Installing Cable Retainer Fasteners
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.