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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2002CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTIGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCKSTEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMNREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONINTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 T
Installation Procedure
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure
CAUTION:
If steering column to cowl panel seal is torn or otherwise damaged, it must be replaced. Confirm that the seal and inner race are properly located. Failure to do so may allow carbon monoxide into the vehicle, which may result in serious personal injury or death.
- Install the intermediate steering shaft and the intermediate steering shaft seal to the vehicle.
- Install the upper pinch bolt to the steering column. Tighten the bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
- Install the lower pinch bolt to the steering gear. Tighten the bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Install the left tire and wheel.
- Lower the vehicle.
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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.