Chevy Cavalier

No you don't. But you might want to replace the lower bushing also since you will be half way their. Also it is easier because you have to grind off the rivets to get the ball joint off the control arm. Most garages replace the control arm because labor rates compared to the cost of a new control is less expensive for the garage and customer. Also the liablity of the new ball joint has to be bolted on and not riveted as factory unit.

Very good possiblity that it's something simple, but it wouldn't be a good idea to speculate without having you first run a diagnostic scan. OBDII compliant vehicles such as yours will tell you exactly the reason for the engine light. Rent, borrow or buy a code reader that gives you the option to read and clear diagnostic codes. If it's a misfire error code you can clear it and see if it comes back. If it's something simple like a throttle position sensor, MAP sensor or Oxygen sensor you can easily solve the problem, but recognize that some of the newer Oxygen sensors might be a little expensive. Check the code first then figure out what to do to fix it. This is what happened to my wife last weekend. It was caused by the fuel cap not being on properly. Check the fuel cap and make sure that it is on securely (tighten until it makes the clicking sound). The "check engine" light will not go out right away. I think the owners manual has a section on this problem. If it's not the fuel cap, then you will need to get the code reader.

Replace the coil pack. You can buy this part at any auto part store and have a nechanic put it in for you or do it yourself if yer feelin froggy but you need a new coil assembly or new wiring and connection to it. you can also probably find a good coil assembly from a junkyard as these usually outlast the cars the reason it works when you tap on it is the coils are burining out from the inside and losing their connection. When you tap on it you cause the vibration to make the coils hit a "hot spot" as electricians call it. anyway replace the coil assembly.

The oil filter is a cartridge type not a spin on. The canister is located in front from the top. The black plastic cap unthreads with the aid of a inch and a quarter socket (1 1/4").

Chevy dealer, auto parts store, etc.

Front...4x6 Rear...6x9

throat on back of water pump 2 bolts

Usually in or very near the fuse block under the dash on driver's side

the ignition coil on a 2004 chevy cavalier is the black part on top of the engine were it says eco 2.2 but its not hard to miss its very easy to change as well

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.

to replace the switch u will need the key to the old ignition switch. its as simple as getting a t15 bits to take off the steering colum and unscrewing the switch i think the bit size is t25 and you need a special bit with a hole in the center of it. you take off the steering wheel column covers.

When I did this on my Sunbird (same car really) I had the seats out of the car. I had to stand on the seat bottom and very quickly and firmly pull straight up on the head rest. There's no button to push or anything special you have to do. Just pull very quickly and firmly straight up....they'll pop out.

They should because i have 205/55/16 s on my car

the inertia switch locks the ignition. this can occur without the airbags being deployed. if your car wont start it is a good possibility that the inertia switch has locked the ignition. the switch is usually located on the passenger side of the vehicle behind the kick panel on the right side

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Most passlock systems will reset if you do the following steps:

Turn the key to start briefly , release the key and leave in the on position for 15 minutes. Turn the key to off and remove from the switch.... then again, insert key, turn to start briefly, release and leave in the on position for 15 minutes. Repeat a 3rd time and it should start. If not, try a 4th time. Have a well charged battery before beginning the procedure. good luck

The horn is usually on the driver's side under the hood by the right wheel. To be more precise it is right behind the front bumper.

Depends upon the size of the engine and whether or not you change the filter (strongly suggested) however it should take anywhere between 4-5 quarts.

Oil Light measures oil pressure not oil level. Could be a defective oil filter, bad oil sensor, or excessive engine wear. I would install a new oil filter if that does not improve problem, install manual oil pressure gauge, if problem persists, indication would be that engine internals would be problem.

Timing chains are designed to last the life of the engine and are replaced when the engine is rebuilt.

that job requires a number of special tools. If your truck has an airbag, TAKE IT TO A SHOP, an airbag will blow up in your face.

Sounds like it's not getting enough fuel or a filter is clogged. Try having your fuel ejection flushed and fuel filter changed!

the rail, on the outside of the car at the bottom edge of the window can be pryed off (little clips hold it down) gently pry it off, also then, take skinny screwdriver and poke the pin threw the handle that lets it sway open, and whala, be carefull, HOLD the window in your HAND then open it from the outside of the car, and it comes off when ya open it wider than normal, wha la, its off and hopefully not on the ground in pieces lol good luck