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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 26 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER 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 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the lower control arms. Refer to LOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT .
- Lower the vehicle on to the front crossmember support.
- Install the front suspension crossmember mounting bolts.
- Tighten the left rear outboard bolt to 110 N.m (71 ft lbs).
- Tighten the right rear outboard bolt to 110 N.m (71 ft lbs).
- Tighten the front upper bolt to 110 N.m (71 ft lbs).
- Tighten the rear inboard bolts to 110 N.m (71 ft lbs).
- Install the front suspension support brace. Refer to FRONT SUSPENSION SUPPORT BRACE REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the mechanic's wire or equivalent, and install the power steering gear mounting bolts.
- On vehicles with the brake pipe running along the support frame, install the brake pipe into the retainers.
- Install the tie rods to the steering knuckle.
- Install the ball joints to the steering knuckles.
- Connect the ABS harness to the lower control arms.
- Install the front exhaust pipe.
- Install the engine strut to the lower engine mount and frame.
- Install the front fender liners.
- Install the tire and wheel assemblies.
- Bleed the power steering system.
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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.