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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 617 (INSTRUMENT PANEL, GAGES, AND CONSOLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCOMPARTMENT REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P)INSTALLATION 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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Connect the wiring harness connector to the inflatable restraint I/P module switch connector.

Fig 1: Installing Instrument Panel Compartment
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the I/P compartment.
Loosely install the screw which retains the side of the I/P compartment, in order to align the nut on the passenger SIR bracket.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the upper retaining screw to the I/P compartment.
Tighten

Tighten the retaining screw to 1.9 N.m (17 lb in).
Install the lower retaining bolts to the I/P compartment.
Tighten

Tighten the retaining bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 2: Installing Retaining Screws To Instrument Panel Compartment
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Align and hold the I/P compartment to the I/P, then install the side retaining screw to the I/P compartment.
Tighten

Tighten the retaining screw to 1.9 N.m (17 lb in).
Install the trim plugs to the I/P compartment door.
Connect the electrical connector to the I/P compartment lamp switch.
Close the I/P passenger compartment door.

Fig 3: Installing Side Retaining Screw To Instrument Panel Compartment
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.