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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 174 (INTERIOR TRIM AND PANELING)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR WINDOW SHELF TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Lock Fasteners At Rear Edge Of Shelf Panel

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Route the rear seat shelf panel (2) to the rear cross car beam at the dual lock fasteners (1).
Position the rear center shoulder belt through the rear shelf panel.
Ensure the shoulder belt is not twisted.
Lower the rear shelf panel over the child restraint tether anchors and apply pressure at both dual lock fasteners (1) to secure.

Fig 2: Identifying Shoulder Belt Escutheon

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Secure the shoulder belt escutheon to the rear shelf panel.
Insert the escutheon rearward and snap the front downward in place to secure.
Install both rear upper quarter sail panels. Refer to Sail Panel Replacement .
Install the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement .
Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement .

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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.