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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 886 (INTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSUNSHADE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time

Installation Procedure

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Installation Procedure

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Align the sunshade retainer bezel to the headliner and apply pressure until fully seated.

Fig 1: Aligning Sunshade Retainer Bezel To Headliner

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Position the sunshade in the vehicle.
Connect the electrical connector (3), if equipped.

Fig 2: Connecting Electrical Connector

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Align the sunshade arm so that the triangular base with the arrow (4) is parallel to the sunshade (3).

Fig 3: Aligning Sunshade Arm Triangular Base With Parallel To Sunshade

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Position the sunshade so it is parallel to the door.
Press up until the flange is seated in the retainer bezel. Maintain this pressure.
Quickly rotate the sunshade toward the windshield until it is past the sunshade anchor. A slight click will be heard once the retainer shaft seats into the bezel.
Return the sunshade to its stored position.

Fig 4: Pressing Up Until Flange Is Seated In Retainer Bezel

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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.