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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 591 (HVAC SYSTEMS - MANUAL)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRECIRCULATION ACTUATOR REPLACEMENTREMOVAL 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the SIR bracket. Refer to BRACKET REPLACEMENT - SIR in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
Disconnect the vacuum harness connector from the recirculation actuator.
Lift to release the recirculation actuator retaining tab and begin to slide the actuator toward the outside of the vehicle.
Rotate the recirculation door lever fully forward clockwise, to extend the actuator plunger, and hold in place.

Fig 1: Rotating Recirculation Door Lever
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Disconnect the actuator plunger rod from the recirculation door lever and remove the actuator.
Release the recirculation door lever.

Fig 2: Removing Recirculation Actuator
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.