Sunfire L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (2001)
Tighten the bolt to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).
Important
Do not use a remote starter device in the next step. The vehicle ignition switch must be used to start the vehicle (turn ignition switch to crank
position) to verify that the ignition switch is in good working condition.
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Using the ignition key, start the engine and allow it to run approximately 5 seconds. After 5 seconds, turn the engine off for approximately 5
seconds. Repeat this 6 times.
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If the starter cranks the engine 6 times in a row, proceed to the next step.
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If the starter will NOT crank the engine, skip to Procedure A for J Car Cavalier/Sunfire.
1998-2001 J-Car - Cavalier/Sunfire - Procedure A (All Engine)
1998-2001 J Car - Cavalier/Sunfire - PROCEDURE A (all engines)
1.
Remove the small cover from the left side end of the Instrument Panel (I/P) and remove the AIR BAG fuse from the fuse panel.
2.
Remove the 7 mm hex head screws that attach the left side insulator panel below the I/P and reposition the panel.
3.
Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) from the yellow SIR connector(s) that are clipped to the metal I/P brace near the bottom of the
steering column.
4.
Disconnect the yellow connectors.
5.
If equipped, remove the tilt column lever.
6.
Remove the three screws attaching the lower steering column cover and remove the cover.
7.
Remove the upper steering column cover.
8.
Remove the two TORX(R) head screws (2) that attach the ignition switch (3) to the column (1).
9.
Remove the ignition switch from the column and disconnect the electrical connectors from the switch. Discard the switch.
10.
Connect the electrical connectors to the new ignition switch.
Notice:
The ignition switch mounting screws are self-tapping. To prevent stripping the screws when attaching the ignition switch, the following
procedure should be used:
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Place the screw into position and with slight pressure, rotate the screw in a counterclockwise (loosening) direction.
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When the original thread is located, the screw will drop slightly; reverse direction and tighten the screw.
11.
Position the new ignition switch to the column and install the two attaching TORX(R) head screws.
Tighten
