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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 69 (ENGINE CONTROLS - THEORY & OPERATION - 2.2L)FUEL SYSTEMS - CNGFUEL SYSTEM OPERATION - CNGNOTES
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Fuel System Operation - CNG: Notes
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Notes
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This vehicles primary fuel source is Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). The vehicle will only switch-over to gasoline operation if one of the following conditions is present:
- The Fuel Tank Pressure (FTP) sensor indicates CNG fuel pressure is below 200 psi (1379 kPa).
- Every 100th start the vehicle will start and run briefly on gasoline. After this, a switch-over to CNG will occur during the first decel condition.
- A system fault is detected by the PCM.
- The engine cranks for 8 seconds and fails to start on CNG.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.