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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 250 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSHOCK ABSORBER 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.

Install the shock absorber (5) to the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the shock absorber lower mounting bolt (4).
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 70 N.m (51 lb ft).
Raise the rear axle with a jackstand until the shock absorber (5) is in position to install the upper mounting bolts (2).
Install the shock absorber upper mounting bolts (2).
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Remove the jackstand and lower the vehicle.
Install the shock absorber upper mounting nut (1).
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorber Upper Mounting Nut & Bolt
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Replace the rear compartment carpet to the original position.

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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.