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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAB & CHASSIS K2500, 7.4 J, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1165 (HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSMODE DOOR REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, Automatic

Installation Procedure

2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Mode Door In The HVAC Module Assembly

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Connect the left hand and right hand mode door levers to the mode door.

IMPORTANT: Align the slot in the left hand mode door lever with the mode door main lever pin. Align the pin on the right hand mode door lever with the slot in the secondary mode door.

Install the mode door.

Fig 2: View Of Air Distribution Cover Screws

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Install the air distribution cover.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the air distribution cover screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 0.9 N.m (8 lb in).

Fig 3: Locating Defroster Door Spring & Defroster Door Lever

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Connect the defroster door spring (1) to the air distribution cover.

IMPORTANT: Align the slot on the secondary defroster door lever with the pin on the mode door main lever.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.