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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 5.0 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 615 (ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSANTENNA BUFFER REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 M

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 MSECTION 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 antenna buffer into position on the roof bow.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the antenna buffer retaining screws.
Tighten

Tighten the antenna buffer retaining screws to 1.8 N.m (16 lb in).

Fig 1: Antenna Buffer
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Connect the rear lift window antenna cable connector and the rear lift window antenna extension cable to the antenna buffer.
Install the roof bow interior trim panel; use care to not damage the rear antenna cable. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR ROOF BOW in Interior Trim.

Fig 2: Connecting Rear Lift Window Antenna Cable Connector
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.