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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 451 (ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRADIO REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

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

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Installation 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.

Connect the coaxial cable connector to the radio.
Connect the electrical/audio connectors to the radio.
Install the radio to the I/P.
Important: If the radio locator tab is difficult to align to the I/P locator opening, pull the radio toward you and reposition the antenna cable.
Align the radio control locator tab to the I/P locator hole while carefully pressing the radio into the I/P until fully seated.

Fig 1: Connecting Coaxial Cable Connector To Radio
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the radio screws.
Tighten

Tighten the radio screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
Install the I/P accessory trim plate. Refer to TRIM PLATE REPLACEMENT -- INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) ACCESSORY (AZTEK) , TRIM PLATE BEZEL REPLACEMENT -- INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) CLUSTER (AZTEK) or TRIM PLATE BEZEL REPLACEMENT -- INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) CLUSTER (RENDEZVOUS) .
Perform the radio set-up procedure. Refer to RADIO SETUP .

Fig 2: Installing Radio Screws
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.