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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 660 (ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSEXHAUST HANGER 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the exhaust pipe rear hangers to the muffler and the rear exhaust hanger brackets.

Fig 1: Installing Exhaust Pipe Rear Hangers To Muffler And Rear Exhaust Hanger Brackets
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Install the exhaust pipe hanger to the exhaust pipe and the exhaust hanger bracket.

Fig 2: Installing Exhaust Pipe Hanger To Exhaust Pipe And Exhaust Hanger Bracket
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Install the exhaust pipe hanger (3) to the exhaust pipe (2) and the exhaust hanger bracket (1).
Remove the support from the exhaust system.
Inspect the exhaust system for underbody contact.
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 3: Installing Exhaust Pipe Hanger To Exhaust Pipe And Exhaust Hanger Bracket
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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.