Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the front floor kick -up panel. Refer to Kick -Up Panel Replacement - Front Floor in Interior Trim.
  2. Remove the cover from the I/P electrical center.
    Fig 1: Radio Control & Center Bracket
    GM65091Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the RDO/CD MiniFuse® #5 from the I/P electrical center.
  4. Remove the console. Refer to Console Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  5. Remove the I/P accessory trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  6. Remove the screws retaining the radio control to the I/P center support bracket.
  7. Begin to remove the radio control from the center support bracket enough to access the connectors at rear of the radio control.
  8. Fig 2: Electrical/Audio And Coaxial Cable Connectors At Radio Control
    GM65093Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Disconnect the electrical/audio and coaxial cable connectors from the radio control.
  10. Fig 3: Radio Control To Bracket Alignment
    GM65092Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the radio control.
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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.