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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 482 (LIGHTING SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSDOOR JAMB SWITCH REPLACEMENT - FRONTINSTALLATION 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

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Install the door jamb switch to the vehicle. Fully seat the locking tabs.
Connect the electrical connector to the switch.
Install the instrument panel sound insulator (right side only). Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT -- RIGHT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

Fig 1: Instrument Panel Sound Insulator - Right Side Only
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Install the instrument panel sound insulator (left side only). Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT -- LEFT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
Connect the battery negative cable.

Fig 2: Instrument Panel Sound Insulator - Left Side Only
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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.