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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 491 (EXTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSMOLDING REPLACEMENT -REAR BODY SIDE -LOWER FRONT (CHEVROLET)TOOLS REQUIREDREMOVAL 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
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- Heat the body side molding using a J 25070.
Hold the heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from surface.
Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
Important: Be careful not to scratch or chip the paint.
- Peel the body side molding from the panel surface using a flat-bladed tool.
- Remove all adhesive from the body panel and the back of the body side molding using a 3M™ scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501 or equivalent.
- Clean the body panel using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha.
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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.