Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement-Hinge Pillar   . 
  2. Remove the door sill plates. Refer to Door Sill Plate Replacement-Front   or to Door Sill Plate Replacement-Rear   . 
    Fig 1: Removing Carpet (Front)
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  3. Remove the front seats. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT-FRONT BUCKET .
  4. Remove the floor storage console. Refer to CONSOLE REPLACEMENT (EXCEPT PRO) or CONSOLE REPLACEMENT (PRO) .
  5. Remove the center seat, if equipped. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT-CENTER .
  6. Remove the control lever and the boot, if equipped. Refer to one of the following procedures in Manual Transmission:
  7. Remove the rear seat if equipped. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT-REAR (EXTENDED CAB W/4TH DOOR) or SEAT REPLACEMENT-REAR (EXTENDED CAB) or SEAT REPLACEMENT-REAR (60/40 SPLIT) .
  8. Remove the jack assembly.
  9. Remove the quarter trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement-Rear Quarter (Regular Cab)   or Trim Panel Replacement-Rear Quarter (Extended Cab)   or Trim Panel Replacement-Rear Quarter (Crew Cab)   . 
  10. Remove the lower bolt from the instrument panel (I/P) support post. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) CARRIER REPLACEMENT .
  11. Remove the carpet from the 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:

  • 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.