Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the headliner. Refer to HEADLINER REPLACEMENT .
  2. Remove the rear shelf trim. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR WINDOW SHELF .
  3. Disconnect the antenna module lead from the rear window antenna.
    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Window Antenna Module Lead
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  4. Disconnect the antenna module cable from the body harness antenna extension cable.
  5. Fig 2: Identifying Antenna Module Cable-To-Body Harness Antenna Extension Cable Connection
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  6. Remove the tape from the antenna module leads.
  7. Remove the antenna module bolt.
  8. Fig 3: Identifying Antenna Module Bolt
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  9. Remove the antenna module from the rear roof header.
  10. Disconnect the antenna module cable connector from the windshield antenna.
    Fig 4: Identifying Antenna Module Cable Connector At Windshield Antenna
    G01755082Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the antenna module cable retainers from the roof inner side rail.
    Fig 5: Identifying Antenna Module Cable Retainers At Roof Inner Side Rail
    G01755083Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the antenna module ground lead bolt.
  13. Fig 6: Identifying Antenna Module Ground Lead Bolt
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  14. Remove the antenna module ground lead from the front roof header.
  15. Gently pull the cable from behind the sunroof drain hoses along the roof inner side rail. Remove the radio antenna module.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.