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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 336 (BATTERY)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Battery Negative Cable Terminal Bolt | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Battery Positive Cable Terminal Bolt | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Battery Hold Down Retainer Bolt | 18 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Generator Bolts | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Generator Electrical Connector | 17 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Negative Battery Cable Ground Stud | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Positive Battery Cable to Starter Solenoid Nut | 17 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Starter Motor bolts | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Starter Motor Solenoid S Terminal Nut | 3 N.m | 27 lb in |
| Wire Harness Retainer Nut | 18 N.m | 13 lb ft |
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.