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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Test Description
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Test Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The numbers below refer to the step numbers in the diagnostic procedures.
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When a Medium Resolution Resync occurs, an engine stumble should also occur. If the electrical connection of a component or an electrical wire is malfunctioning, an engine stumble or a medium resolution resync may be induced by wiggling the circuit or electrical connector. - 5
Operating malfunctioning non-engine related electronic components may emit Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), which may cause a resync. This step determines if the medium resolution resyncs are being caused by an outside source. - 6
Thoroughly check any suspected circuitry. See DIAGNOSTIC AIDS . - 8
An intermittent problem may be caused by a number of conditions. See DIAGNOSTIC AIDS . - 12
Program the replacement Powertrain Control Module (PCM), and perform the crankshaft position system variation learn procedure.
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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.