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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING COLUMNSTEERING COLUMN & STEERING COLUMN SWITCHESREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONLOCK CYLINDER (NON-FUNCTIONAL)INSTALLATION

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

Lock Cylinder (Non-Functional): Installation

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

NOTE: Ensure 2 sector gears are properly aligned in OFF-LOCK position, or lock cylinder and ignition switch will be improperly timed.

Install sector gears and backing plate to lock module assembly, ensuring reference marks are aligned. Ensure sector in lock module assembly is in OFF-LOCK position. Insert key in lock cylinder, and turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Align locking and position tabs with slots in lock module assembly and press lock cylinder into position. Turn lock cylinder to ACC position, and check alignment of arrows on sector gears (arrows should be pointing at each other). Turn lock cylinder back to OFF-LOCK position.
To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. When installing turn signal canceling cam, lubricate lower brass surface with synthetic grease. Use NEW shaft lock retaining ring. Tighten all screws to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Adjust park lock cable, if necessary. See PARK LOCK CABLE under ADJUSTMENTS.

Fig 1: Aligning Sector Gears

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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.