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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 48 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICING)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONCONTROL & SHIFT SOLENOIDSINSTALLATION
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Control & Shift Solenoids: Installation
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation
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- Install the 3-2 control solenoid. Install the 3-2 control solenoid retainer. See Figure . Install the 1-2 and 2-3 shift solenoids. Install the 1-2 and 2-3 shift solenoid retainers. See Figure . Install the pressure control solenoid. Ensure that the electrical tabs are facing outboard. Install the pressure control solenoid retainer and retaining bolt. See Figure . Tighten the pressure control solenoid retaining bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Connect the internal wiring harness electrical connectors to the following components: transmission fluid pressure switch, 1-2 shift control solenoid, 2-3 shift control solenoid, pressure control solenoid, TCC PWM solenoid and 3-2 control solenoid. See Figure . Install the 1-2 accumulator. See ACCUMULATOR ASSEMBLY, SPACER PLATE & GASKETS .
- Install the transmission oil pan and filter. See DRAINING & REFILLING under LUBRICATION. Fill the transmission to the proper level with appropriate fluid. See LUBRICATION .
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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.