on a 2.2 you just need a 3/8 drive rachet or 15mm wrench to release tension from tensioner.2.4 liter is about the same but you must remove the motor mount.gm Jim
How do you replace timing chain & water pump on a2001 Chevrolet cavalier
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try your chev dealer and they should be free
Worn or glazed belt? Loose belt? Worn bearing on belt driven accessory?
It will take an experience mechanic approximately 8 hours to replace the timing belt in your 1992 Chevy Corsica. The 1992 Chevy Corsica does not have each timing chain, it has a timing belt.
the 3.1 liter v6 and the 4 cylinder both have sepentine belts
Remove serpentine belt. Remove alternator. The bolts that hold the tensioner on are under the alternator.
Drain the radiator. Remove the pump belt. Remove the fan and shroud if needed. Unbolt the pump and remove it . Bolt on the new pump. Reinstall the fan and shroud, the belt, then refill the radiator.
I have a Chevy Cavelier - year 2000. My timing belt broke at 172,000 with no warning. It was a belt though, not a timing chain.
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It is behind the timing belt cover and is driven by the timing belt. There are various arrangements according to which engine is fitted.
Begin by removing the 2003 Chevy Cavalier alternator belt. Remove the wiring from the back of the alternator. Remove the alternator retaining bolts. Reverse the process to install your new alternator.