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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 316 (ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM - 5.7L)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSEXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT - LEFTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Removal Procedure
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Removal 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.
- Remove the fuel rail cover.
- Remove the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement in Engine Electrical.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the exhaust manifold nuts.
- Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) lock.
- Disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the oxygen sensor connector clip at the body.NOTE: Refer to Oxygen Sensor Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Remove the oxygen sensor.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the hose clamp at the secondary air injection (AIR) pipe.
- Remove the AIR hose from the AIR pipe.
- Remove the hose clamps at the right and left check valves.
- Remove the AIR injection pipe hose (1) from the right check valve.
- Remove the AIR injection pipe hose (3) from the left check valve.
- Remove the AIR pipe (2).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.