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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 MANUALSCHEVROLET2002CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, 2.2 4, LN2, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEREMOVE, OVERHAUL & INSTALLENGINE CONTROLS REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONFUEL SYSTEMS (GASOLINE ENGINES)THROTTLE BODYREMOVAL & INSTALLATION (2.2L - VIN F)
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.2 4, LN2, Standard
Removal & Installation (2.2L - VIN F)
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.2 4, LN2, StandardSECTION Removal & Installation (2.2L - VIN F)
- Release fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE (GASOLINE) . Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove air intake ducts. Disconnect and mark harness connections and vacuum hoses from throttle body.
- Disconnect the accelerator and cruise control cables from the throttle body and the accelerator bracket. See Figure. Remove the 2 accelerator bracket nuts. Remove the accelerator bracket from the throttle body.
- Remove the throttle body attaching bolts and studs. Remove the throttle body and gasket from the intake manifold.
- Inspect the throttle body gasket and replace if necessary. Install the throttle body to the intake manifold. Tighten the throttle body attaching bolts and studs, and accelerator cable bracket nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Test the accelerator movement by depressing the pedal to the floor and releasing the pedal.
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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.