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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 238 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Adjuster Plug Locknut | 68 N.m | 50 lb ft |
| Crossmember Support Bolts | 110 N.m | 71 lb ft |
| Inner Tie Rod End | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Intermediate Steering Shaft Pinch Bolt | 41 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Pinion Locknut | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Pinion Preload | 2 N.m | 16 lb in |
| Power Steering Gear Mounting Bolts | 120 N.m | 89 lb ft |
| Power Steering Hose Fitting | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pressure Pipe Bracket Bolt | 26 N.m | 19 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolt | 26 N.m | 19 lb ft |
| Rack and Pinion Cylinder Line Fittings at Cylinder End | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Rack and Pinion Cylinder Line Fittings at Valve End | 17 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Tie Rod Prevailing Torque Nut | 45 N.m | 33 lb ft |
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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.