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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAB & CHASSIS K2500, 7.4 J, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 871 (STEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMN)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTILT SPRING REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, Automatic
Removal Procedure
2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure
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CAUTION:
Refer to SIR CAUTION
in Cautions and Notices.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to ZONE 3 in SIR.
- Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENT .
- Install the tilt lever onto the steering column tilt head assembly.
- Use the tilt lever to tilt the column to the UP position.
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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.