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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 450 (LIGHTING SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTAIL LAMP ASSEMBLY AND/OR BACKUP, SIDEMARKER, STOP, TURN SIGNAL BULB REPLACEMENT (AZTEK)REMOVAL PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8

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 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Open the liftgate.
Remove the screws from the tail lamp.

Fig 1: Tail Lamp Assembly and/or Backup, Sidemarker, Stop, Turn Signal Bulb Removal - Aztek (1 Of 3)
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Pull the tail lamp rearward to disengage it from the ball stud retainers.

Fig 2: Tail Lamp Assembly and/or Backup, Sidemarker, Stop, Turn Signal Bulb Removal - Aztek (2 Of 3)
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Disconnect the electrical connector from the tail lamp wiring harness.
Remove the tail lamp and backup lamp sockets, depressing the locking tab and rotating counterclockwise.
Remove the side marker lamp socket from the tail lamp by rotating counterclockwise.
Remove the bulbs from the tail lamp, backup lamp and/or side marker lamp sockets.

Fig 3: Tail Lamp Assembly and/or Backup, Sidemarker, Stop, Turn Signal Bulb Removal - Aztek (3 Of 3)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.