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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 228 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHOOD LATCH RELEASE CABLE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Removal 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.

Open the hood.
Block the hood latch to prevent the hood from locking.
Disconnect the hood release cable from the hood latch by squeezing the hood release cable retainer.
Remove the side trim panel retainers.
Remove the hood latch release cable screws.

Fig 1: Removing Hood Latch Release Cable Screws
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the hood latch release cable handle from the front hinge pillar.

IMPORTANT: Ensure the end of the wire or string remains in the passenger compartment.

Tie the wire or string to the end of the hood release cable in order to aid in the installation of the new hood release cable.
Remove the grommet from the engine compartment into the passenger compartment using a small flat-bladed tool.

Fig 2: View Of Hood Latch Cable & Grommet
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Clean the old sealant from instrument panel hole.
Remove the hood release cable from the instrument panel.
Remove the wire or string from the hood release cable.
Remove the hood latch release cable (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Hood Release Cable
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.