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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 5.0 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 923 (BODY REAR END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLIFTGATE 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
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- With an assistant, install the lift gate to the vehicle.
- Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.
Install the bolts that retain the lift gate to the body.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the lift gate struts. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement .
- Connect the washer fluid hose.
- Connect the electrical connectors, as needed.
- Install the roof rear header garnish molding. Refer to Rear Upper Garnish Molding Replacement (Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade/Suburban) in Interior Trim.
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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.