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Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Installation
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Installation
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.
- Install the engine front cover with a new gasket.
- Install the long water pump bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the water pump bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the engine front cover bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the engine front cover bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the accessory drive belt tensioner.
Tighten
Tighten the accessory drive belt tensioner bolt to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
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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.