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Installation (First Design - Old Switch)
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation (First Design - Old Switch)
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.
- Make sure the transaxle manual shaft is in the Neutral position.
- Align the flats on the transaxle shift shaft with the flats on the transaxle range switch and install the switch.
- Loosely install the transaxle range switch bolts.
- Insert Alignment Tool (J 41545) as shown and rotate the switch until the tool drops onto position. See Fig 1.
- Tighten the transaxle range switch bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove the alignment tool.
- Install the transaxle range switch lever and nut. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Connect the transaxle range switch electrical connectors.
- Install the shift control cable to transaxle range switch lever and verify proper operation.
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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.