Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Position the right engine mount strut bracket over the pin locator.
  2. Install the vertical engine mount strut bracket bolt through the right engine mount strut bracket to the cylinder head.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the engine mount strut bracket bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  3. Raise and support the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Installing Right Engine Mount Strut Bracket
    G01500453Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the engine mount strut bracket lower bolt through the right engine mount strut bracket into the cylinder block.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the engine mount strut bracket bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  5. Install the air conditioning compressor. Refer to COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT .
  6. Install the lower radiator baffle. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE ASSEMBLIES AND DEFLECTORS .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Install the engine oil cooler line bracket bolt, if equipped. Refer to OIL COOLER INLET LINE REPLACEMENT  .
    Fig 2: Installing Engine Mount Strut Bracket Lower Bolt
    G01500454Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the right engine mount strut to the right engine mount strut bracket. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT STRUT REPLACEMENT - RIGHT  .
    Fig 3: Installing Right Engine Mount Strut To Right Engine Mount Strut Bracket
    G01500455Courtesy 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.