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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 336 (BATTERY)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBATTERY POSITIVE CABLE 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 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Taping Cables Together At Transmission Electrical Connector

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Position the new cable in the vehicle in the same location as the old cable.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the positive battery cable to the starter solenoid nut.
Tighten

Tighten the positive battery cable to starter solenoid nut to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
Tape the cables together at the transmission electrical connector.
Tape the cables together at the battery tray.

Fig 2: Taping Cables Together At Battery Tray
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Install power lead bolt to fuse/relay center.

Fig 3: Installing Power Lead Bolt
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Install fuse/relay center.
Install the positive battery cable end onto the battery.
Tighten

Tighten the battery positive cable terminal bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE .
Install the outlet duct and resonator. Refer to AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT in Engine Controls.

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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.