Removal Procedure

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.2 4, LN2, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the hood. Refer to Hood ReplacementΒ .
  2. Remove the side hood bumper. Refer to Hood Bumper Replacement - SideΒ .
  3. Remove the side rear seal. Refer to Seal Replacement - Hood Rear SideΒ .
  4. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
  5. Remove the front fender liner.
  6. Remove the fender lower bracket bolts (1).
  7. Remove the fender lower bracket (4).
  8. On Chevrolet vehicles, remove the front side marker lamp.
  9. Remove the front fascia from the fender.
    Fig 1: Front Fascia Fender
    G01782433Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the fender insulator retainers (2).
  11. Remove the fender insulators (1).
    Fig 2: Fender Insulators
    G01782434Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the fender center bracket bolts (2).
  13. Remove the fender center bracket (1).
    Fig 3: Fender Center Bracket
    G01782435Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Remove the hood hinge. Refer to Hood Hinge ReplacementΒ .
  15. Remove the fender bolts (1).
  16. Remove the fender (3).
    Fig 4: Front Fender
    G01782436Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.