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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 68 (ENGINE CONTROLS - TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES - 2.2L)SYMPTOMSDETONATION/SPARK KNOCKSENSOR/SYSTEM
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Detonation/Spark Knock: Sensor/System
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Sensor/System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire, 2003 Pontiac Grand Am, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero, and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Check for the following conditions that may cause the engine to run lean:
- Any water intrusion in the HO2S connector.
- An exhaust leak between the HO2S and the engine. Go to EXHAUST LEAKAGE .
- Any vacuum leaks.
- Incorrect fuel pressure. Go to FUEL PRESSURE TEST under FUEL SYSTEMS (GASOLINE) in BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES - 2.2L ALERO, CAVALIER, GRAND AM & SUNFIRE article.
- Any restricted fuel injectors.
- Fuel contamination.
- Any vacuum hoses that are split, kinked, or improperly connected.
Check for an Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor that has shifted in value. Go to TEMPERATURE VS. RESISTANCE table.
TEMPERATURE VS. RESISTANCE
| °F (°C) | Ohms |
|---|---|
| 302 (150) | 47 |
| 284 (140) | 60 |
| 266 (130) | 77 |
| 248 (120) | 100 |
| 230 (110) | 132 |
| 212 (100) | 177 |
| 194 (90) | 241 |
| 176 (80) | 332 |
| 158 (70) | 467 |
| 140 (60) | 667 |
| 122 (50) | 973 |
| 113 (45) | 1188 |
| 104 (40) | 1459 |
| 95 (35) | 1802 |
| 86 (30) | 2238 |
| 77 (25) | 2796 |
| 68 (20) | 3520 |
| 59 (15) | 4450 |
| 50 (10) | 5670 |
| 41 (5) | 7280 |
| 32 (0) | 9420 |
| 23 (-5) | 12,300 |
| 14 (-10) | 16,180 |
| 5 (-15) | 21,450 |
| -4 (-20) | 28,680 |
| -22 (-30) | 52,700 |
| -40 (-40) | 100,700 |
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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.