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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 804 (INSTRUMENT PANEL, GAGES, AND CONSOLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCONSOLE TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - LEFTINSTALLATION 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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    Fig 1: Front Console Trim Panels
    GM1152095Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the left console trim panel.
  2. Install the push-in fastener.
    3. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the screws to the left console trim panel.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

    4. Fig 2: View Of Knee Bolster (Filler Panel) & Screws
    GM939650Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Position the steering column filler panel.
  5. Install the screws to the filler panel.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

    6. Fig 3: Center Trim Plate
    GM939681Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Position the center trim plate to the front console.
  7. Push until the trim clips engage.
  8. Install the console shift lever bezel. Refer to Console Shift Lever Bezel Replacement .
    9. Fig 4: View Of Auxiliary Power Outlet Electrical Connector
    GM1194731Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Lift the rear of the center floor console.
  10. Connect the electrical connector to the auxiliary power outlet.
  11. Reposition the center console.
    12. Fig 5: Removing/Installing Cup Holder Liner
    GM1171184Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the cup holder screw.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  13. Install the cup holder liner.
    14. Fig 6: Locating Console Screws
    GM1152195Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Reach under the front seats to access the lower console screws.
  15. Install the center console screws.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  16. Position the front seat forward to the original position.
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