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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 355 (ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRADIO REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 F

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Savana Special, 2002 GMC Savana Camper Special, 2002 GMC Savana, and 2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the radio mounting bracket. Perform the following steps:
1. Attach the HVAC harness to the radio mounting bracket with the clip.
  CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
2. Install the screws (2) in order to retain the radio mounting bracket (1) to the instrument panel carrier.
  Tighten
  
  Tighten the radio mounting bracket screws to 3 N.m (27 in lbs).
Fig 1: Installing Radio Mounting Bracket & Screws
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Connect the electrical/audio and antenna cable connectors to the radio.
Install the radio into the support bracket (1).
Align the radio locator tab into the support bracket locator hole.
Install the radio control retaining screws (2).
Tighten

Tighten the radio control retaining screws to 2 N.m (18 in lbs).
Install the instrument cluster panel. Refer to TRIM PLATE BEZEL REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) CLUSTER .
Recalibrate the new radio assembly. Refer to Radio Setup .

Fig 2: Installing Radio & Screws
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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• 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.