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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 58 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES)FUEL SYSTEMSFUEL PRESSURE TESTINSTALLING FUEL GAUGE
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Installing Fuel Gauge
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installing Fuel Gauge
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- Relieve the fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELIEF .
- Remove engine cover bolts.
- Remove engine cover.
- Remove the quick connect coupling cover of the fuel feed hose.
- Using the Fuel Line Disconnect Tool (J 43178), disconnect the quick connect coupling of the fuel feed hose from the fuel feed pipe of the fuel rail. See Figure . Use a shop towel to catch any remaining fuel that may leak.
- Install the Fuel Pressure Gauge Adapter (J 42982) between the fuel feed pipe of the fuel rail and of the fuel feed hose.
- Install Fuel Pressure Gauge (J 34730-1A) to fuel pressure gauge adapter, and tighten securely. See Figure .
- Connect negative battery cable.
- Turn ignition switch to RUN position to pressurize the fuel system. Read fuel pressure.
- Turn ignition switch to OFF position.
- Check for any fuel leaks.
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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.