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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2002CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTIGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCKSTEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMN
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 T
Steering Wheel & Steering Column
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 TSECTION Steering Wheel & Steering Column
- Description & Operation
- Service Precautions
- Component Locator
- Adjustments & Inspection
- Diagnostic Information & Procedures
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Steering Column
- Symptoms - Steering Wheel & Column
- Lock System Does Not Unlock
- Lock System Does Not Lock
- Lock System Sticks In Start
- Key Cannot Be Removed In Off Lock Position
- High Lock Effort
- Noise In Steering Column
- Looseness In Steering Column
- Steering Column Tilt Function Inoperative
- Removal & Installation
- Notes
- Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection - Off Vehicle
- Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle
- Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle
- Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle (Without Key)
- Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle (With Key)
- Multifunction, Turn Signal & Hazard Switch Replacement - On Vehicle
- Windshield Wiper & Washer Switch Replacement - On Vehicle
- Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle
- Steering Wheel Replacement
- Seal Replacement - Intermediate Steering Shaft
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement - Upper
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
- Tilt Spring Replacement - Steering Column
- Steering Column Replacement
- Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil - Disassemble (Off Vehicle)
- Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil - Assemble (Off Vehicle)
- Ignition Switch Assembly - Disassemble (Off Vehicle)
- Ignition Switch Assembly - Assemble (Off Vehicle)
- Tilt Spring - Disassemble (Off Vehicle)
- Tilt Spring - Assemble (Off Vehicle)
- Turn Signal Cancel Cam & Bearing Thrust Washer - Disassemble (Off Vehicle)
- Turn Signal Cancel Cam & Bearing Thrust Washer - Assemble (Off Vehicle)
- Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble (Off Vehicle)
- Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble (Off Vehicle)
- Steering Column Jacket - Disassemble (Off Vehicle)
- Steering Column Jacket - Assemble (Off Vehicle)
- Lock Housing Assembly - Disassemble (Off Vehicle)
- Lock Housing Assembly - Assemble (Off Vehicle)
- Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing & Jacket - Disassemble (Off Vehicle - Tilt)
- Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing & Jacket - Disassemble (Off Vehicle - Standard)
- Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing & Jacket - Assemble (Off Vehicle - Tilt)
- Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing & Jacket - Assemble (Off Vehicle - Standard)
- Inflatable Restraint Coil Centering - Off Vehicle (Column Shift & Floor Shift)
- Torque Specifications
- Special Tools & Equipment
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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.