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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 107 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICING)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONCASE SIDE COVERINSTALLATION
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8
Case Side Cover: Installation
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the case side cover gasket (54). See Figure .
- Install the case side cover pan (53). Install the case side cover bolts. See Figure . Tighten the case side cover bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove the drain pan from under the transaxle.
- Adjust the jackstand to raise the left side of the frame. Install the left and right side frame bolts.
- Install the engine mount lower nuts. Install the transaxle mount. See TRANSAXLE MOUNT & BRACKET .
- Remove the jackstands from frame.
- Install the 3-way catalytic converter pipe to the right exhaust manifold.CAUTION: When installing the intermediate shaft make sure that the shaft is seated prior to pinch bolt installation. If the pinch bolt is inserted into the coupling before shaft installation, the 2 mating shafts may disengage. Disengagement of the 2 mating shafts will cause loss of steering control which could result in personal injury.
- Install the intermediate shaft to the steering gear and the pinch bolt. See appropriate POWER RACK & PINON article in STEERING.
- Install the left drive axle to the transaxle. See appropriate AXLE SHAFTS article in DRIVELINE/AXLES.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the transaxle wiring harness connector.
- Remove the engine support fixture. See appropriate REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article.
- Install the engine mount struts.
- Install the left tie rod end to the steering knuckle.
- Install the stabilizer shaft brackets to the lower control arms.
- Install the left engine splash shield. Install the left front wheel.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the engine mount struts. Remove the engine support fixture.
- Remove the throttle body air inlet duct. Connect the negative battery cable.
- Adjust the fluid level. See CHECKING FLUID LEVEL & CONDITION under LUBRICATION. Inspect for fluid leaks.
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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.