Mobile Telephone and Navigation Antenna Coaxial Cable Replacement

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Mobile Telephone and Navigation Antenna Coaxial Cable Replacement
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Fig 1: View Of Mobile Telephone and Navigation Antenna Coaxial Cable
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Mobile Telephone and Navigation Antenna Coaxial Cable Replacement

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Preliminary Procedure

  1. Lower the front of the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Regular Cab) or Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Extended Cab) or Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Crew Cab) .
  2. Remove the upper instrument panel (I/P) defroster grille. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (without RPO SLT) or Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (with RPO SLT) .
  3. Remove the instrument panel compartment door. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement .
  4. Remove the interface communication module. Refer to Communication Interface Module Replacement (without RPO SLT)Β  or Communication Interface Module Replacement (with RPO SLT)Β .
1 Navigation/Cellular Coaxial Cable
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  1. If the coaxial antenna cable is taped in the wiring harness then just cut the ends off at the interface communication module and the antenna connection and route the new harness next to the old and use tie straps as needed to secure routing.
  2. If needed use a piece of mechanics wire or suitable equivalent to route new cable through windshield pillar and I/P area.
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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.