Removal Procedure

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500, RWDSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the passenger side front floor kick up panel cover to access the instrument panel (IP) electrical center.
    Fig 1: Passenger Side Front Floor Kick Up Panel Cover
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  2. Remove the headlamp circuit breaker from the IP electrical center.
  3. Open the hood.
    Fig 2: Removing Headlamp Circuit Breaker From IP Electrical Center
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  4. Raise the RH headlamp manually.
  5. Turn the headlamp motor/actuator manual control knob counterclockwise to raise the headlamp.
  6. Disconnect the RH headlamp wiring harness electrical connector from the forward lamp wiring harness.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting RH Headlamp Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
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  7. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
  8. Remove the front fascia lower closeout panel. Refer to CLOSE OUT PANEL - FRONT BUMPER FASCIA LOWER in Bumpers.
  9. Release the brake caliper cooling duct from the front fascia and reposition the duct.
    Fig 4: Releasing Brake Caliper Cooling Duct From Front Fascia
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  10. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the headlamp control module.
    Fig 5: Disconnecting Electrical Connectors From Headlamp Control Module
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  11. Remove the nuts mounting the module to the headlamp bracket.
  12. Remove the module from the vehicle.
    Fig 6: Removing Module From Vehicle
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.