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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 612 (LIGHTING SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLICENSE LAMP 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the license lamp assembly through the tail lamp opening.
Position the lamp assembly and hold in place.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the screws securing the lamp assembly to the rear fascia.
Tighten

Tighten the license lamp assembly retaining screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

Fig 1: Installing License Lamp Assembly Through Tail Lamp Opening
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the socket to the license lamp assembly.
Rotate the socket clockwise to engage the locking tabs.
Install the inner tail lamp. Refer to TAIL LAMP REPLACEMENT .

Fig 2: Installing Socket To License Lamp Assembly
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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.