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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 486 (INSTRUMENT PANEL, GAGES, AND CONSOLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBRACKET REPLACEMENT - STEERING COLUMNINSTALLATION 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

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Install the brake pedal to the steering column support. Refer to BRAKE PEDAL in Hydraulic Brakes.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the steering column support bracket fasteners.
Tighten
- Tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (18 Ib. ft).
- Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 Ib. ft).
Install the brake switch. Refer to STOPLIGHT SWITCH in Hydraulic Brakes.
Install the brake booster pushrod to the brake pedal. Refer to VACUUM BRAKE BOOSTER in Hydraulic Brakes.
Install the clutch master cylinder pushrod to the clutch pedal, if equipped. Refer to CLUTCH PEDAL REPLACEMENT in Clutch.
Install the instrument panel. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) CARRIER REPLACEMENT .

Fig 1: Steering Column Support Bracket Fasteners
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.