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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2002CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - 2.4LPROGRAMMINGPROGRAMMING THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM COMPONENTS10-MINUTE LEARN PROCEDURE
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 T
10-Minute Learn Procedure
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 TSECTION 10-Minute Learn Procedure
NOTE:
This procedure requires a Tech 2 scan tool and a Techline terminal with current SPS (Service Programming System) software.
- Connect Tech 2 to vehicle.
- Select Request Information under Service Programming.
- Disconnect Tech 2 from vehicle and connect it to a Techline terminal.
- On the Techline terminal, select Theft Module Re-Learn under Service Programming.
- Disconnect Tech 2 from Techline terminal and connect it to vehicle.
- Turn ignition on, with engine off.
- Select VTD Re-Learn under Service Programming.
- Attempt to start engine, then release key to ON (vehicle will not start).
- Observe the SECURITY telltale, after approximately 10 minutes the telltale will turn OFF (the vehicle is now ready to relearn the Passlock(tm) Sensor Data Code and/or password on the next ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK).
- Turn ignition off, and wait 5 seconds.
- Start engine (vehicle has now learned the password).
- With Tech 2 scan tool, clear any DTCs.
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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.