Secondary Air Injection Pump: Installation

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation
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  1. Install the lower AIR pump bolts/nuts into the cradle bracket and push down. Install the upper AIR pump to cradle bolt. Tighten the upper and lower AIR pump to cradle bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ .
  2. Reconnect the AIR pump electrical connector. Install the AIR outlet hose and pinch clamp to the AIR pump. Install the AIR inlet hose to the AIR pump. Lower the vehicle.
Fig 1: Locating Secondary Air Injection Pump
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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