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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 276 (INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEM DISPLAYS, GAUGES AND CONSOLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCOMPARTMENT REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: I/P Compartment To Wiring Harness Connector
    GM636321Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Connect the wiring harness connector to the inflatable restraint I/P module switch connector.
    2. Fig 2: Instrument Panel (I/P) Passenger Compartment Door
    GM636341Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the I/P compartment.
  3. Loosely install the screw which retains the side of the I/P compartment, in order to align the nut on the passenger SIR bracket.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the upper retaining screw to the I/P compartment.

    Tighten:  Tighten the retaining screw to 1.9 N.m (17 lb in).

  5. Install the lower retaining bolts to the I/P compartment.

    Tighten:  Tighten the retaining bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

    6. Fig 3: Electrical Connector To I/P Compartment Lamp Switch
    GM174192Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Align and hold the I/P compartment to the I/P, then install the side retaining screw to the I/P compartment.

    Tighten:  Tighten the retaining screw to 1.9 N.m (17 lb in).

  7. Install the trim plugs to the I/P compartment door.
  8. Connect the electrical connector to the I/P compartment lamp switch.
  9. Close the I/P passenger compartment door.
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