Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Position the air induction tube to the washer solvent container.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the air induction tube screw.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the screw to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

    Fig 1: Installing Air Induction Tube Screw
    GM639598Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Position the washer solvent container to the vehicle.
  4. Install the washer solvent container screws.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the screws to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    Fig 2: Installing Washer Solvent Container Screws
    GM639597Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the push-in retainer to the air induction tube.
  6. Connect the washer pump hose.
  7. Connect the washer pump electrical connector.
    Fig 3: Connecting Washer Pump Electrical Connector
    GM452363Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the anti-lock brake electrical harness to the washer solvent container.
    Fig 4: Installing Anti-Lock Brake Electrical Harness
    GM827811Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the front fender liner. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement in Body Front End.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Install the washer solvent container cap.
  12. Fill the washer solvent container with solvent.
  13. Inspect the washer system for proper operation.
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