Safety Warning
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.
Installation Procedure
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the spring guide into the tilt spring.
- Perform the following steps to install the tilt spring (1):
- Install the tilt spring (1) to the post on the steering column support assembly (2).
- Secure the tilt spring (1) with locking pliers.
- Push the guide end of the tilt spring (1) onto the post on the steering column tilt head assembly.
- Push the tilt spring (1) into position.
- Install the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement (Telescoping) or Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement (Manual) .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.
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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.